A common surname in Spanish-speaking countries, often associated with the family of the famous drug trafficker Pablo Escobar.
The surname Escobar is known in the recent history of Colombia.
El apellido Escobar es conocido en la historia reciente de Colombia.
It can also refer to a place, such as a locality or neighborhood.
I visited Escobar, a municipality in Argentina.
Visité Escobar, un municipio en Argentina.
Etymology
It is believed that the surname Escobar comes from places in Spain, and particularly from the Basque language where 'escobar' can be related to the term 'escoba'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to escape death
Term used to refer to Pablo Escobar in a dark context.
escobar de la muerte
to be a scoundrel
Expression indicating acting in a disloyal or deceitful manner.
ser un escobar
Related Words
narco
Person involved in drug trafficking.
narco
criminal
Relating to crimes or people who commit crimes.
criminal
Slang Meanings
Reference to someone who seeks power through illicit means.
That guy is a scoundrel in his own business, he doesn't respect the rules.
Ese tipo es un escobar en su propio negocio, no respeta reglas.
Extremely wealthy person obtained through illegal activities.
He became a scoundrel after his drug business took off.
Se volvió un escobar después de que su negocio de droga despegó.