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Translate files Jovencitos (en. Youngsters)
/xoβenˈsi.tos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
A term used to refer to a group of young people in an affectionate way.
The youngsters from the school organized a party.
Los jovencitos de la escuela organizaron una fiesta.
A way to refer to teenagers or individuals in early youth.
The youngsters are very excited about the school trip.
Los jovencitos están muy entusiasmados con el viaje de estudios.
It also refers to youth in general, with an affectionate tone.
The youngsters are the future of our society.
Los jovencitos son el futuro de nuestra sociedad.
Etymology
Diminutive of 'young', originating from the Latin 'iuvenis'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
neighborhood youngsters
It refers to a group of young people growing up in the same area.
jovencitos del barrio
to do things typical of youngsters
To engage in activities typical of young people or teenagers.
hacer cosas de jovencitos
hopeful youngsters
It refers to young people with dreams and aspirations.
jovencitos esperanzados
Related Words
youths
People who are in youth, generally between adolescence and 30 years old.
jóvenes
children
Young individuals, especially those who have not yet reached adolescence.
niños
teenagers
Young people who are in the developmental stage between childhood and adulthood.
adolescentes
Slang Meanings
kids
The kids are always playing in the park.
Los chavitos siempre están jugando en el parque.
youngsters
Those youngsters never stop talking about video games.
Esos franquis no paran de hablar de videojuegos.