Rompehuesos (en. Bone breaker)

/rom.pe.'we.sos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who is dedicated to breaking bones, especially in the context of wrestling or martial arts.
The new team member is a true tough guy in the ring.
El nuevo miembro del equipo es un verdadero rompehuesos en el ring.
A nickname for a person who stands out for their strength or aggressiveness in a fight.
In the fight, everyone was afraid of the neighborhood tough guy.
En la pelea, todos le tenían miedo al rompehuesos del barrio.

Etymology

The term 'rompehuesos' comes from the combination of the words 'romper' and 'huesos', describing the action of causing physical harm.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a tough guy
To be a very strong or violent person.
ser un rompehuesos

Related Words

fighter
A person dedicated to fighting.
luchador
boxer
An athlete who practices boxing.
boxeador
warrior
A person who fights in a war.
guerrero

Slang Meanings

A person who acts violently in any situation.
You need to be careful, that guy is a tough guy and doesn't care about hurting anyone.
Tienes que tener cuidado, ese tipo es un rompehuesos y no le importa lastimar a nadie.
Said of a fighting style: very aggressive and direct.
His fighting style is very tough guy; he always goes on the attack.
Su estilo de lucha es muy rompehuesos, siempre va al ataque.