Benjamín (en. Youngest)

/benxaˈmin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The youngest child or the smallest in a family.
Juan is the youngest in the family and always receives more attention.
Juan es el benjamín de la familia y siempre recibe más atención.
In a group, the youngest person.
María is the youngest on the football team.
María es la benjamín del equipo de fútbol.

Etymology

From Hebrew 'Binyamin' meaning 'son of the right hand.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

To be the youngest
To be the youngest person in a group or family.
ser el benjamín
The youngest in the class
The youngest student in a class.
benjamín de la clase

Related Words

Younger brother
The brother who is younger than another.
hermano menor
Child
Direct descendant of a person.
hijo

Slang Meanings

A person who is treated with overprotection due to their youth
You can tell he is the youngest, they always tell him not to do this or that.
Se nota que es el benjamín, siempre le dicen que no haga esto o aquello.
The family favorite for being the youngest
He is the youngest and is always receiving privileges.
Es el benjamín y siempre está recibiendo privilegios.