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    Avaro (en. Miser)

    /aˈβaɾo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    One who shows greed or stinginess.
    The avaricious always complains that they don't have enough money.
    El avaro siempre se queja de que no tiene suficiente dinero.
    One who is very reluctant to spend or share their possessions.
    His greed led him to lose many friends.
    Su avaricia lo llevó a perder muchos amigos.
    A person who prioritizes the accumulation of wealth over the well-being of others.
    The avaricious refuses to donate even a small amount to charity.
    El avaro se niega a donar incluso una pequeña cantidad a la caridad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'avārus', meaning 'eager for money'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    more avaricious than a dog
    Extremely stingy.
    más avaro que un perro
    to beg an avaricious person
    To ask with difficulty due to the person's stinginess.
    rogarle a un avaro
    the avaricious always loses
    Greed can lead to missed opportunities.
    el avaro siempre pierde

    Related Words

    greed
    Excessive desire to accumulate wealth.
    avaricia
    stinginess
    The quality of being stingy.
    tacañería
    greed
    Unrestrained desire for goods.
    codicia

    Slang Meanings

    Tightwad
    Don't ask me for anything, you know I'm a real tightwad.
    No me pidas nada, sabes que soy muy codo.
    Cheapskate
    That guy is a cheapskate, he never invites anyone.
    Ese tipo es un agarrao, nunca invita a nadie.