Meaning
clown, buffoon
- a foolish or ridiculous person, or someone acting like one
- a historical court jester or entertainer
In a sentence
Smettila di fare il buffone e ascoltami sul serio.
Stop clowning around and listen to me seriously.
Quel politico viene considerato da molti un buffone.
That politician is considered a buffoon by many.
Non dargli retta, è solo un buffone.
Don't listen to him, he is just a clown.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| buffone | masculine · singular |
| buffoni | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often used as an insult meaning 'fool', 'joke', or 'untrustworthy poser'.