Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dummkopf
noun
/ˈdʌm.kɔːf/
Definition
A foolish or stupid person.
Examples
- After failing to grasp the simple concepts, he called himself a dummkopf.
- She felt like a dummkopf for forgetting her best friend’s birthday.
Meaning
The term is derived from German, where it literally translates to ‘dumb head’ and is used to describe someone who lacks intelligence or common sense.
Synonyms
- fool
- simpleton
- nincompoop
- bonehead
