Ferragut (en. Ferragut)
/fe-ra-gut/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who stands out in strategy or deception.
He is a ferragut; he always knows how to come out unscathed from difficult situations.
Es un ferragut, siempre sabe cómo salir airoso de las situaciones difíciles.
Someone who uses their cunning to take advantage of others.
Be careful with him; he is a ferragut and is always looking out for his own benefit.
Cuidado con él, es un ferragut y siempre busca su beneficio.
A person skilled in the art of manipulating conversations.
That girl is a ferragut; she gets everyone to do what she wants.
Esa chica es un ferragut, logra que todos hagan lo que ella quiere.
Etymology
It derives from the Catalan term 'ferragut', which refers to someone cunning or shrewd.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be a ferragut
To be someone cunning or shrewd.
ser un ferragut
to act like a ferragut
To manipulate the situation for one's benefit.
actuar como un ferragut
Related Words
cunning
Ability to deceive or outsmart someone.
astucia
manipulator
A person who manipulates others to achieve their goals.
manipulador
strategist
A person who plans ahead to accomplish a goal.
estratega
Slang Meanings
A person who always has a hidden plan.
Don't trust that guy; he is a real ferragut.
No confíes en ese tipo, es un verdadero ferragut.
Someone who plays with words to deceive.
She is good at that; she knows how to be a ferragut in her arguments.
Ella es buena en eso; sabe cómo ser un ferragut en sus argumentos.