What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
mampara
Example
Don't be such a mampara and fall for that prank. [mampara: noun]
Example
He's acting like a mampara, not realizing he's being tricked. [mampara: adjective]
fool
Example
Only a fool would believe that nonsense. [fool: noun]
Example
She felt like a fool for falling for his lies. [fool: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Fool is more common and versatile than mampara. Fool is used worldwide and has several variations, while mampara is mainly used in Latin America and does not have any variations.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between mampara and fool?
Fool is more formal than mampara. Fool can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while mampara is a slang term used mainly in informal settings.
