Rufete (en. Rufete)

/ruˈfete/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
An individual who behaves in a rude and contemptuous manner.
That rufete has no manners at the table.
Ese rufete no tiene modales en la mesa.
A person who engages in heavy joking or mocking.
Don't pay attention to him, he's just a rufete who enjoys annoying others.
No le hagas caso, es solo un rufete que disfruta molestar.

Etymology

The term comes from colloquial Spanish, with roots in popular slang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a rufete
To act in a mocking or contemptuous manner.
hacer rufete
to be a rufete
To describe someone as poorly educated or rude.
ser un rufete

Related Words

joke
A game or action that seeks to make someone laugh.
broma
thoughtlessness
Lack of respect or attention towards others.
desconsideración

Slang Meanings

Rufete as a synonym for clown.
That guy is a rufete, always making people laugh.
Ese tipo es un rufete, siempre haciendo reír a la gente.
Rufete in the context of a joker.
Don't pay attention to him, he's just a rufete who won't stop making jokes.
No le hagas caso, solo es un rufete que no para de hacer chistes.