quedar mal

Meaning

to give a negative impression; to not be liked

Example

Me queda muy mal el nuevo vecino.

I really don't like my new neighbour.

Practice tips

• Practice quedar mal out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
• Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
• Pay attention to context: this Spanish expression is for intermediate-level learners.

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