Garcés (en. Garces)

[ɡaɾˈθes]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who indulges in indecorum or unethical practices.
That garcés has no respect for anyone.
Ese garcés no tiene respeto por nadie.
Someone who is considered low-ranking in society.
At the party, a garcés interrupted the conversation.
En la fiesta, un garcés interrumpió la conversación.
A derogatory term used to refer to a person with despicable attitudes.
I don't want to associate with a garcés.
No quiero asociarme con un garcés.

Etymology

The term comes from the Latin 'garcĭus', which refers to despicable behaviors.

Common Phrases and Expressions

not to be a garcés
Not behaving in a rude or vulgar manner.
no ser un garcés
to act like a garcés
Acting dishonestly or unethically.
actuar como un garcés
place of garcés
Space where people of bad reputation tend to gather.
lugar de garcés

Related Words

rudeness
Behavior or action that lacks decorum or respect.
grosería
indecorum
Lack of decorum, inappropriate behavior.
indecoro
disdain
Feeling of disdain towards someone or something.
desprecio

Slang Meanings

Annoying or bothersome person.
That guy is a garcés; he won't stop talking nonsense.
Ese tipo es un garcés, no para de hablar tonterías.
Someone who acts without consideration for others.
Don't be a garcés; respect others' space.
No seas un garcés, respeta el espacio de los otros.