Mancebos (en. Young men)

/manˈθeβos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Young men, especially in adolescence.
The young men of the village gathered in the square.
Los mancebos del pueblo se reunían en la plaza.
Boys or kids in their early stage of life.
The young men are usually very energetic.
Los mancebos suelen ser muy enérgicos.
Term given to young single men.
It was common to see the young men looking for work at the fair.
Era común ver a los mancebos buscar trabajo en la feria.

Etymology

From Latin 'manceps', meaning 'young man' or 'boyfriend'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

young man of one love
Young person who is loyal to their one true love.
mancebo de un solo amor
young men in life
Referring to youth and the experiences of young people.
mancebos en la vida

Related Words

women
Individuals of the female gender, of the same age group.
mujeres
adolescents
Individuals who are in adolescence, between childhood and adulthood.
adolescentes
single
Individuals who are not married.
solteros

Slang Meanings

Inexperienced or naive young person.
That young man knows nothing about life yet.
Ese mancebo no sabe nada de la vida todavía.
Boy who still depends on their parents.
That young man does not want to become independent.
Ese mancebo no se quiere independizar.