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    Boy (en. Boy)

    [bɔɪ]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A young male, usually underage.
    The boy plays with his friends in the park.
    El niño juega con sus amigos en el parque.
    A young man, often in an informal context.
    The boy who works in the store is very kind.
    El chico que trabaja en la tienda es muy amable.
    A term used to refer to a friend or companion.
    That is my boy, he always helps me with my homework.
    Ese es mi chico, siempre me ayuda con las tareas.

    Etymology

    From Old English 'bōc', which referred to a child or youth.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    nice guy
    A nice boy who behaves well.
    nice guy
    good boy
    A boy who behaves exemplary.
    good boy
    boy next door
    A typical or charming boy who lives nearby.
    boy next door
    mama's boy
    A boy who is very dependent on his mother.
    mama's boy
    bad boy
    A rebellious boy or one who does not follow the rules.
    bad boy

    Related Words

    man
    An adult of male gender.
    hombre
    young
    A young person, not necessarily male.
    joven
    paternal
    Related to a father or paternal figure.
    paternal
    brother
    A child or man who has the same mother or father.
    hermano
    friend
    A person with whom one has a friendship.
    amigo

    Slang Meanings

    Boy
    That boy is very funny.
    Ese chico es muy divertido.
    Kid
    Did you see the kid who just arrived?
    ¿Viste al pibe que acaba de llegar?
    Dude
    What's up, dude?
    ¿Qué onda, güey?