Meaning
Be eccentric, odd, or unusual.
Cultural Background
Often used in school settings to tease friends. Can be used to describe someone who is 'out of it' or confused.
Tone matters
Always check your tone. It can be a joke or an insult.
Meaning
Be eccentric, odd, or unusual.
Tone matters
Always check your tone. It can be a joke or an insult.
Test Yourself
Which sentence uses the idiom correctly?
A) El bicho raro come hojas. B) Juan es un bicho raro porque le gusta estudiar.
B refers to a person's behavior, while A refers to an actual insect.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercisesA) El bicho raro come hojas. B) Juan es un bicho raro porque le gusta estudiar.
B refers to a person's behavior, while A refers to an actual insect.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsYes, but 'bicho' stays masculine.
Related Phrases
Ser un friki
synonymTo be a geek/nerd
Ser un bicho
similarTo be a rascal