Borrachos (en. Drunks)

/boˈra.tʃos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
People who are drunk or intoxicated by alcohol consumption.
Drunks often do silly things at parties.
Los borrachos suelen hacer tonterías en las fiestas.
A town or group where there is a significant number of people in a state of drunkenness.
That street is known for being a meeting place for drunks.
Esa calle es conocida por ser un lugar de encuentro de borrachos.

Etymology

It derives from the verb 'borrachar', which means to intoxicate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be drunk
To be in a state of drunkenness.
estar borracho
to talk like a drunkard
To speak incoherently or confusingly, usually due to alcohol.
hablar como un borracho
better to be drunk than dead
An expression that highlights the preference for enjoying life, even in excess.
mejor ser borracho que muerto

Related Words

drinking spree
State of drunkenness or intoxication.
borrachera
alcoholism
Illness characterized by dependence on alcohol.
alcoholismo
tavern-goer
A person who frequents taverns or bars, often drinking excessively.
tabernario

Slang Meanings

Fighter
That guy is a fighter when he's drunk.
Ese tipo es un peleón cuando está borracho.
Wet one
He is very wet after the party today.
Hoy está muy mojado después de la fiesta.
Drunkard
Don't invite him; he's a drunkard and can't control himself.
No lo invites que es un chupador y no se controla.