Barbarita (en. Barbarita)

/baɾ.baˈɾi.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
It refers to a person who acts in an uneducated or rude manner.
Don't be a barbarita at the party, behave yourself.
No seas una barbarita en la fiesta, comportate.
A term that describes something that is exaggerated or extravagant.
That decoration is a real barbarita, no one would do it that way.
Esa decoración es una verdadera barbarita, nadie lo haría así.

Etymology

The term 'barbarita' is a diminutive of 'barbara', which comes from the Latin 'barbarus', meaning 'foreigner' or 'rude'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a barbarita
To behave in a rough or coarse manner.
ser una barbarita
to say barbarities
To speak in a reckless or foolish way.
decir barbaridades

Related Words

barbarity
An action or statement that is considered inappropriate or absurd.
barbaridad
barbarism
Incorrect or inappropriate use of words.
barbarismo

Slang Meanings

Someone who has no manners or education.
That girl is a barbarita, she always interrupts others.
Esa chica es una barbarita, siempre interrumpe a los demás.
Something that is too exaggerated or flashy.
That party was a barbarita, with all the noise and colorful lights.
Esa fiesta fue una barbarita, con todo el ruido y luces de colores.