Zurbano (en. Zurbano)

/suɾˈβano/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who acts in a rustic or clumsy way.
That zurbano doesn’t know how to behave in society.
Ese zurbano no sabe cómo comportarse en sociedad.
Something that is vulgar or lacking in delicacy.
Zurbano behaviors are not accepted at formal events.
Comportamientos zurbanos no son aceptados en eventos formales.

Etymology

From the word 'zurbano', of Spanish origin, related to 'left-handed'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be a zurbano
To act in a rude or clumsy manner.
ser un zurbano
to be in zurbano mode
To behave in a rustic manner.
estar en modo zurbano

Related Words

coarse
That which is rough or unrefined.
tosco
rude
That which lacks education or refinement.
grosero

Slang Meanings

A person who acts without any kind of manners.
That guy is an absolute zurbano at the party.
Ese tipo es un zurbano absoluto en la fiesta.
Something that is very exaggerated or out of style.
Those clothes he’s wearing are quite zurbano.
Esa ropa que lleva es bastante zurbana.