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    Juan (en. Juan)

    /xwan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A Spanish name that derives from Hebrew 'Yohanan', meaning 'God is merciful'.
    Juan is a name that is widely used in Spanish-speaking countries.
    Juan es un nombre que se utiliza ampliamente en países hispanohablantes.
    A name that can refer to a person in general.
    Any Juan can be a good friend.
    Cualquier juan puede ser un buen amigo.
    A name used in common expressions and phrases.
    I always hear 'Juansito' when talking about someone nice.
    Siempre escucho 'Juansito' cuando se habla de alguien simpático.

    Etymology

    Derives from Hebrew 'Yohanan', through Latin 'Ioannes'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Juan de la Calle
    A colloquial expression referring to an anonymous person or one who does not stand out.
    Juan de la Calle
    to be dumber than Juan
    It is used to describe someone who acts in a rather unintelligent way.
    ser más tonto que Juan
    every Juan has his godmother
    Indicates that everyone has someone who helps or supports them.
    cada Juan tiene su madrina

    Related Words

    Juanita
    Feminine diminutive of Juan.
    Juanita
    Juanes
    Plural of Juan, also the stage name of a famous Colombian musician.
    Juanes
    Juani
    Endearing nickname for Juan.
    Juani

    Slang Meanings

    Term used to refer to an average man.
    That guy is a juan, nothing special.
    Ese tipo es un juan, nada especial.
    Used in some contexts to refer to someone who does not stand out.
    Don't be a juan, try to be more original.
    No seas juan, intenta ser más original.