Vago (en. Lazy)
/ˈbaɡo/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Refers to a person who shows no interest in working or making an effort.
Juan is a slacker who never helps with household chores.
Juan es un vago que nunca ayuda con las tareas del hogar.
Indicates something that is imprecise or not clearly defined.
His answer was very vague and did not clarify the situation.
Su respuesta fue muy vaga y no aclaró la situación.
Etymology
From Latin 'vagŭs', which means wandering or aimless.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to hang out lazily
To spend time doing nothing productive.
andar de vago
to be a slacker
To have the habit of not fulfilling responsibilities.
ser un vago
a lazy person
A person who is easy to deceive or manipulate.
vago de atar
Related Words
to wander
To walk aimlessly.
vagar
laziness
The state of being lazy or idle.
vagancia
vague
The feminine form of 'vago' which also means vague in certain contexts.
vaga
Slang Meanings
A person who avoids work at all costs.
That girl is a slacker; she is always sleeping in class.
Esa chica es un vago, siempre está durmiendo en clase.
Someone who has no goals or ambitions.
He doesn't want to study; he's a slacker.
No quiere estudiar, es un vago.