... impressive as the first description of him in this passage is that he is only a 'muchacho'; he criticizes adults although he is still a child. It is stated that Rinconete know 'algo' about the correct use of language. This modest form makes the brotherhood seem even more stupid and indicates that they know nothing about language. Although Rinconete understands that the brotherhood use language in an incorrect manner, he does not try to improve their grasp of vocabulary, he instead just laughs at them; 'dábale gran risa pensar en los vocablos que había oído'. There is a hint of sarcasm as Monipodio's community is described as 'bendita'; it is hard to imagined that the brotherhood is 'blessed' because they commit crimes every day of the their lives. This is where specific criticism of language usage begins. Each memory of their ignorance, makes Rinconete laugh more; '...dábale gran risa... y más ...

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