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    Guimarán (en. Guimaran)

    /ɡi.ma.'ran/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who lives on the fringes of society, often in a state of neglect.
    The guimarán of the neighborhood always sits in the square doing nothing.
    El guimarán del barrio siempre se sienta en la plaza sin hacer nada.
    An individual characterized by disinterest and lack of ambition.
    I don't want to become a guimarán; I need to focus on my goals.
    No quiero convertirme en un guimarán, necesito enfocarme en mis metas.
    A person who wanders without a defined purpose.
    The guimarán I met in the park had fascinating stories.
    El guimarán que conocí en el parque tenía historias fascinantes.

    Etymology

    From the term 'guimar', which refers to laziness, and the suffix '-án', which indicates belonging or relation.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to work like a guimarán
    to work with little effort or dedication.
    trabajar como un guimarán
    to not be a guimarán
    reflects the intention of being proactive and hardworking.
    no ser un guimarán
    to live by fishing like a guimarán
    to live carefreely, without a fixed job.
    vivir de la pesca como un guimarán

    Related Words

    guimarrear
    to act like a guimarán, that is, to wander aimlessly or without purpose.
    guimarrear
    guimara
    a man who behaves carefreely.
    guimara

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to someone who doesn’t take anything seriously.
    That guy is a guimarán; he never commits to anything.
    Ese tipo es un guimarán, nunca se compromete con nada.
    Derogatory use to describe someone lazy or idle.
    Don't be a guimarán; get to work already!
    No seas guimarán, ¡ponte a trabajar ya!