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How to react with “that’s crazy” in Spanish
Hear Spanish reactions to surprising or absurd situations. Compare the phrases and try a short response of your own.
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¡Eso es una locura!
That is crazy!
¡Eso no tiene ningún sentido!
That makes no sense at all!
¡Me parece totalmente absurdo!
It seems completely absurd to me!
¡Esa idea no hay por dónde cogerla!
That idea doesn't hold any water at all!
¡Vaya ida de olla!
What a total mind trip!
A closer look
An expression of surprise is not always a criticism. Tone helps distinguish amazement from disapproval.
Some expressions are regional or very informal. Start with a neutral reaction when you do not know the person well.
The video uses level labels to arrange its examples. Treat these as variations to explore, not a test of your level or a rule that longer phrases are better.
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No me lo puedo creer. — I can’t believe it.
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