Mariquita (en. Ladybug)

/maɾiˈkita/

Synonyms

A derogatory term used in some contexts to describe a homosexual man.

The guy who dresses flamboyantly is considered a sissy by some.

El chico que se viste de manera flamboyante es considerado mariquita por algunos.

Sometimes used in friendly jokes among friends to refer to someone who is delicate or neurotic.

Don’t be a sissy; it’s just a little scratch.

No seas mariquita, solo es un pequeño rasguño.