Barin (en. Barin)

/baˈɾin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to a close friend or companion.
That barin is always willing to help me.
Ese barin siempre está dispuesto a ayudarme.
Endearing term for a child or young person.
Look at that barin playing in the park.
Mira a ese barin jugando en el parque.

Etymology

The origin of the term 'barin' comes from lunfardo, a colloquial language of the Río de la Plata region.

Common Phrases and Expressions

street barin
A friend from the neighborhood.
barin de la calle
barin in trouble
A young person facing difficulties.
barin en apuros
barin of the soul
A very close or cherished friend.
barin del alma

Related Words

piba
Colloquial term for a girl or young woman.
piba
vital
A young person full of energy and vitality.
vital

Slang Meanings

A boy who is always in trouble.
That barin always gets into trouble.
Ese barin siempre se mete en líos.
A very mischievous child or young person.
My nephew is a barin, always causing mischief.
Mi sobrino es un barin, siempre haciendo travesuras.