vulgarcommon_idiom

UK//jʊəʳ ən ˈɪdɪət//US//jʊr ən ˈɪdiət//

Meaning of You’re an idiot

A derogatory term for someone who acts foolishly.

In simple words: You're foolish.

You’re an idiot in a sentence

  • You forgot to bring your homework? You're an idiot!
  • After tripping over his own feet, I couldn't help but say, 'You're an idiot.'
  • He laughed and said, 'You're an idiot for thinking that would work.'
  • When she accidentally sent the email to the wrong person, I joked, 'You're an idiot.'
  • My brother often teases me by saying, 'You're an idiot!' when I make silly mistakes.

How to use You’re an idiot

This phrase is informal and quite harsh. Use it in casual settings with friends who understand your humor, or avoid it in formal or serious situations.

Grammar pattern

standalone insult

Memory hint

Imagine someone doing something silly and jokingly saying, 'You're an idiot!'

Related words

Collocations with You’re an idiot

  • call someone an idiot
  • feel like an idiot
  • act like an idiot

Synonyms for You’re an idiot

Common mistakes with You’re an idiot

  • Used too often; can offend people.
  • Mispronounced as 'idiot' instead of 'iddy-it'.
  • Used in formal settings; it's disrespectful.

Compare You’re an idiot with Fool, Imbecile

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Frequently asked questions about You’re an idiot

What does You’re an idiot mean?

You're foolish.

What is the definition of You’re an idiot?

A derogatory term for someone who acts foolishly.

How do you use You’re an idiot in a sentence?

You forgot to bring your homework? You're an idiot!

Can you give another example of You’re an idiot?

After tripping over his own feet, I couldn't help but say, 'You're an idiot.'

What are synonyms for You’re an idiot?

Common alternatives include fool, nincompoop, imbecile, buffoon, simpleton.

What words go with You’re an idiot?

It commonly pairs with call someone an idiot, feel like an idiot, act like an idiot.

What are common mistakes when using You’re an idiot?

Used too often; can offend people. Mispronounced as 'idiot' instead of 'iddy-it'. Used in formal settings; it's disrespectful.

How do you pronounce You’re an idiot?

US: //jʊr ən ˈɪdiət//, UK: //jʊəʳ ən ˈɪdɪət//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use You’re an idiot?

This phrase is informal and quite harsh. Use it in casual settings with friends who understand your humor, or avoid it in formal or serious situations.