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    Chivo (en. Billy goat)

    /ˈtʃi.βo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Noun that refers to a male goat.
    The goat was grazing in the meadow.
    El chivo pastaba en el prado.
    In some countries, it is used to refer to someone who is a despicable person.
    Don't be a goat, respect others.
    No seas chivo, respeta a los demás.
    In slang, it refers to a thief or con artist.
    That guy is a goat, be careful with him.
    Ese tipo es un chivo, ten cuidado con él.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'capra', referring to the goat.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give someone the goat
    To deceive or betray someone.
    darle chivo a alguien
    to be in trouble
    To be in trouble or have difficulties.
    estar chivo
    scapegoat
    A person who is made responsible for someone else's mistake.
    chivo expiatorio

    Related Words

    goat
    Domestic animal related to the goat.
    cabra
    kid
    Kid of a goat.
    cabrito
    shepherd
    Person who takes care of flocks of goats and sheep.
    pastor

    Slang Meanings

    A person has made a mistake or has been deceived.
    Honestly, I feel like a goat for having trusted him.
    La verdad, me siento como un chivo por haber confiado en él.
    In some contexts, it refers to a place where there is a party or fun.
    Let's go to the party place tomorrow.
    Vamos al chivo de la fiesta mañana.