Maripepa (en. Maripepa)

/maɾiˈpepa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Informal name used to refer to a person with specific personality or appearance traits.
She always presents herself as a maripepa at parties, always cheerful and fun.
Ella siempre se presenta como una maripepa en las fiestas, siempre alegre y divertida.
Term used in some regions to refer to a girl or woman who is very socially active.
The maripepa of the group always has plans to go out.
La maripepa del grupo siempre tiene planes para salir.

Etymology

The origin of 'maripepa' is uncertain, but it may derive from popular names in the Spanish-speaking world.

Common Phrases and Expressions

She carries the maripepa in her soul.
It refers to someone with a cheerful and sociable personality.
Lleva la maripepa en el alma
She is a maripepa at the party.
It indicates that someone is the life of the party.
Es una maripepa en la fiesta

Related Words

joy
A mood characterized by liveliness and satisfaction.
alegría
fun
The act of having fun or enjoying something.
diversión

Slang Meanings

Used to describe a person who is extroverted and fun.
She is always the maripepa of the group; everyone loves her.
Siempre es la maripepa del grupo, todo el mundo la quiere.
Reference to a woman who is the center of attention at events.
She arrives and becomes the maripepa of the party.
Ella llega y se convierte en la maripepa de la fiesta.