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    Chaval (en. Kid)

    /tʃa'βal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Colloquial term in Spain to refer to a young person or boy.
    The kid has bought a new bike.
    El chaval se ha comprado una bicicleta nueva.
    Young person who tends to be mischievous or irresponsible.
    That kid is always getting into trouble.
    Ese chaval siempre está metiéndose en problemas.
    Friend or companion among young people.
    Let's go to the movies, kid.
    Vamos al cine, chaval.

    Etymology

    Probably of Arabic origin, influenced by popular use in various regions of Spain.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    neighborhood kid
    A young person growing up in an urban environment.
    chaval de barrio
    big kid
    Refers to a big or strong-looking kid.
    chavalote
    kid in trouble
    A young person who finds themselves in a difficult situation.
    chaval en apuros

    Related Words

    chavala
    Feminine term referring to a young girl.
    chavala
    chavales
    Plural of the term chaval, used to refer to a group of young people.
    chavales

    Slang Meanings

    Little kid
    The little kid just got back from school.
    El chavalito acaba de llegar de la escuela.
    Little lad
    That little lad is very smart.
    Ese chavalillo es muy listo.