Meanings (ES + gloss)
inútil
Without use or the possibility to be used.
I'm all for opening new stations (Transport Scotland is planning another at East Linton, about halfway between Drem and Dunbar), but they are useless without a decent service.
This fork's prongs are bent. It's useless now.
inútil
Unhelpful, not useful; pointless (of an action).
I think it's useless to keep this discussion going. It's like talking to a brick wall.
I tried my best to make him quit smoking, but my efforts were useless. He now smokes six packs a day.
inútil
Good-for-nothing; not dependable.
Bill never mows the lawn, takes out the trash or anything. He's useless, but I love him anyways.
inútil • negado
Of a person, Unable to do well at a particular task or endeavor.
My brother is useless at most computer games, but he is an awesome PS2 player.
Why do you keep trying? You're obviously useless at it.
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