Stupid facts for kids
Stupid is a word often used to describe a lack of intelligence or understanding. It comes from the Latin verb stupere. This word meant "to be numb" or "to be astonished." It is also related to the word stupor, which means a state of being dazed.
In ancient Roman plays, a stupidus was a character who often played the part of a clumsy or foolish person. The words "stupid" and "stupidity" first appeared in the English language around the year 1541.
Stupid can refer to someone who is not very smart, or to describe an action that is foolish. The word can also be used too refer to different things, like songs, TV shows, or even art groups. Here are some examples:
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What "Stupid" Can Mean
Stupidity: Lacking Understanding
When we talk about Stupidity, we usually mean a lack of intelligence. This is when someone might not understand things easily or might do things that seem foolish. It's important to remember that everyone learns at their own pace. Sometimes, people might just need more time or a different way to learn something new.
"Stupid!" The TV Show
Stupid! is a fun children's television show from the United Kingdom. It was shown on CBBC, a channel for kids. The show was known for its silly and humorous content, often making viewers laugh.
"Stupid" in Art and Online
- There was an art group in Cologne, Germany, in the 1920s called the Stupid art movement. These artists explored new and different ways to create art.
- Stupid.com is a website that sells unusual and novelty items. It's known for its funny and sometimes silly products.
Images for kids
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An Allegory of Folly (early 16th century) by Quentin Matsys
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Engraving after Pieter Breughel the Elder, 1556. caption: Al rijst den esele ter scholen om leeren, ist eenen esele hij en zal gheen peert weder keeren ("Even if the Ass travels to school to learn, as a horse he will not return")
See also
In Spanish: Tonto para niños
