Consentido (en. Spoiled)

/konsenˈtido/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who has been overly pampered or favored.
The spoiled child always demands that they bring him what he wants.
El niño consentido siempre exige que le traigan lo que quiere.
An individual who expects their desires to be fulfilled without effort.
He was not taught to work; he is a spoiled one who has always had everything easy.
No le enseñaron a trabajar; es un consentido que siempre ha tenido todo fácil.
adjective
One who is excessively spoiled or has preferential treatment.
His spoiled behavior annoys his peers.
Su comportamiento consentido irrita a sus compañeros.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'consentir', which means to allow or accept.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be spoiled
To be in a situation where one is treated with excessive affection and permissiveness.
estar consentido
spoiled child
A child who has received too many whims and pampering.
niño consentido

Related Words

pampered
A person who has received too much pampering.
mimado
capricious
A person who acts according to their desires without thinking of the consequences.
caprichoso

Slang Meanings

It is used to describe someone who always gets what they want.
That guy is a spoiled one; they never tell him no.
Ese tipo es un consentido; no le dicen que no nunca.
Someone who behaves in a demanding and arrogant manner.
Don't be spoiled and learn to share.
No seas consentido y aprende a compartir.