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/ˈbar.βa.ɾo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person who acts with cruelty or savagery.
The barbarian conquered the city with unbridled ferocity.
El bárbaro conquistó la ciudad con una ferocidad desmedida.
Said of something that is shocking or impressive.
The band's performance was awesome; I had never heard anything like it.
La actuación de la banda fue bárbara; nunca había escuchado algo igual.
Etymology
From Latin 'barbarus', which means foreign or uncivilized.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be awesome
To be in an excellent or very good state.
estar bárbaro
to do something amazing
To perform an action impressively or exceptionally.
hacer algo bárbaro
seriously awesome
To refer to something that is true or real in a surprising way.
bárbaro en serio
Related Words
barbarity
An action or thing that is cruel or inhumane.
barbaridad
barbarism
Incorrect use of language or lack of culture.
barbarismo
barbarian (feminine)
The feminine form of barbarian, which refers to a woman who acts in a wild manner.
bárbara
Slang Meanings
Something impressive or incredible.
That party was amazing!
¡Esa fiesta estuvo bárbara!
Refers to something that is brutal or strong.
The fight was brutal; they wouldn't stop hitting each other.
La pelea fue bárbara, no paraban de golpearse.
To express extreme approval.
The new video game is awesome; I can't stop playing.
El nuevo videojuego es bárbaro, no puedo dejar de jugar.