Condesito (en. Short story)
/kon.ðe.ˈsi.to/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Small count or noble.
The little nobleman always dresses elegantly.
El condesito siempre se viste con elegancia.
Affectionate term for a person who acts with refinement.
My younger brother is a true little nobleman in the family.
Mi hermano pequeño es un verdadero condesito en la familia.
Etymology
Diminutive of 'conde', which comes from the Latin 'comes, comitis'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be a little nobleman
To act elegantly or delicately.
ser un condesito
to act like a little nobleman
To behave with an air of nobility or distinction.
hacer el condesito
Related Words
count
Noble title that ranks below a duke.
conde
noble
Person who belongs to the nobility.
noble
young gentleman
Diminutive of sir, often used to refer to a young person of good standing.
señorito
Slang Meanings
A person who feels superior due to their style or manners.
Don't be so high and mighty, relax a little.
No seas tan condesito, relájate un poco.
Someone who acts pretentiously.
That little nobleman attitude is not well regarded here.
Esa actitud de condesito no es bien vista aquí.