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    Pícara (en. Rogue)

    /ˈpi.ka.ɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    Someone who has cunning and malice, especially in their actions.
    Her playful attitude made me doubt her intentions.
    Su actitud pícara me hizo dudar de sus intenciones.
    Someone who is mischievous or playful in a charming way.
    The boy is very playful; he is always getting into mischief.
    El niño es muy pícaro, siempre hace travesuras.
    Someone who seduces or attracts through playful behavior.
    The model had a playful smile that caught everyone's attention.
    La modelo tenía una sonrisa pícara que captó la atención de todos.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'pícaro,' which is derived from the Latin 'pica,' meaning malicious.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    playful glance
    A glance that indicates malice or a mischievous intent.
    mirada pícara
    playful smile
    A smile that suggests playfulness or flirtation.
    sonrisa pícara
    playful attitude
    Behavior that reflects mischief or cunning.
    actitud pícara

    Related Words

    rascal
    A person who acts in a cunning or malicious manner.
    pícaro
    mischief
    Cunning and mischievous attitude or behavior.
    picardía

    Slang Meanings

    A girl who plays with others' feelings.
    That girl is very playful; you don’t know if she likes you or is just having fun.
    Esa chica es muy pícara, no sabes si te quiere o solo se divierte.
    Someone who gets into trouble for their mischievous behavior.
    She is often called playful for her mischief at school.
    A menudo la llaman pícara por sus travesuras en la escuela.