Playboy (en. Playboy)

/ˈpleɪ.bɔɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A man who is very concerned about his appearance and seeks fleeting romantic relationships.
He always presents himself as a playboy, surrounded by women at exclusive parties.
Siempre se presenta como un playboy, rodeado de mujeres en fiestas exclusivas.
Someone who leads a luxurious and carefree lifestyle.
The dreamer playboy traveled from one place to another without worrying about tomorrow.
El playboy soñador viajaba de un lugar a otro sin preocuparse por el mañana.
A person who seduces many partners without being serious about their commitments.
I don't want to date him; he's a real playboy who never commits.
No quiero salir con él; es un verdadero playboy que nunca se compromete.

Etymology

From the English 'playboy', which combines 'play' and 'boy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

luxury playboy
A man who lives ostentatiously and seeks romantic relationships.
playboy de lujo
playboy lifestyle
A lifestyle characterized by parties, fun, and casual relationships.
vida de playboy
to be a playboy
To act carelessly in the romantic sphere.
ser un playboy

Related Words

seducer
A person who attracts others with their charm.
seductor
womanizer
A man who constantly seeks the company of women.
mujeriego
party-goer
A person who enjoys parties and social life.
fiestero

Slang Meanings

A man who has many casual partners.
He is a playboy; he is always going out with someone different.
Él es un playboy; siempre está saliendo con alguien diferente.
A person who lives a reckless life without commitments.
That playboy attitude leads him not to establish serious relationships.
Esa actitud de playboy lo lleva a no establecer relaciones serias.