Sinvergüenza (en. Scoundrel)

/sinˈbeɾɣwensa/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
An individual who lacks shame, who is shameless.
He is a sinvergüenza who doesn’t feel bad about taking advantage of others.
Es un sinvergüenza que no se siente mal por aprovecharse de los demás.
A person who performs immoral or dishonest actions without remorse.
The sinvergüenza scammed several people and still feels no remorse.
El sinvergüenza estafó a varias personas y sigue sin arrepentirse.

Etymology

The term comes from the combination of 'sin' and 'vergüenza', referring to someone who acts without fear of social judgment.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a sinvergüenza
To act irresponsibly or without consideration for others.
ser un sinvergüenza
to have no shame
To behave in a bold or shameless manner.
no tener vergüenza
to give someone a sinvergüenza
To deceive or take advantage of someone in a mocking way.
darle un sinvergüenza a alguien

Related Words

shame
A feeling of dishonor or guilt for having done something wrong.
vergüenza
shamelessness
Lack of shame, audacity.
desvergüenza
shameless person
A cunning or unscrupulous person.
caradura

Slang Meanings

A synonym for a dishonest person who has no limits.
That guy is a sinvergüenza, always coming up with his tricks.
Ese tipo es un sinvergüenza, siempre sale con sus trucos.
Used to describe someone who does whatever they want without worrying about the consequences.
She is a sinvergüenza, she never cares about what others think.
Ella es una sinvergüenza, nunca le importa lo que piensen los demás.