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    Bribón (en. Rascal)

    /briˈβon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    It refers to a person who acts dishonestly or deceitfully.
    The rogue fooled everyone with his cunning.
    El bribón engañó a todos con su astucia.
    An individual who takes advantage of others for their own benefit.
    That rogue always looks for ways to gain an advantage in any situation.
    Ese bribón siempre busca cómo sacar ventaja en cualquier situación.
    A person who commits acts of corruption or fraud.
    The political rogues are not welcome in our community.
    Los bribones de la política no son bienvenidos en nuestra comunidad.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bribonem', meaning 'malicious, cunning'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    country rogue
    A person with a cunning typical of rural life.
    bribón de campo
    rogue and thief
    Referring to someone who is very clever and dishonest.
    bribón y ladrón
    not to be so cunning
    Advice not to act dishonestly.
    no ser tan bribón

    Related Words

    trickery
    Deception or scam carried out by a rogue.
    bribonería
    scoundrel
    An individual engaged in illegal or immoral actions.
    malandrín

    Slang Meanings

    A person who cheats in a game.
    Don't call him a rogue, he always wants to win at any cost.
    No le digas bribón, que siempre quiere ganar a toda costa.
    Someone who deceives others in a business deal.
    That rogue sold me a car with hidden problems.
    Ese bribón me vendió un coche con problemas ocultos.