cabrear
“cabrear” means “to annoy” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
to annoy, to piss offAlso: to make angry
📝 In Action
Ese ruido constante me va a cabrear.
A2That constant noise is going to annoy me.
No le digas eso a tu jefe, lo vas a cabrear.
B1Don't say that to your boss, you're going to make him angry.
Me cabrea que la gente llegue tarde.
B2It pisses me off when people arrive late.
Word Connections
to get angry, to lose one's temper
📝 In Action
Mi hermana se cabreó porque me comí su chocolate.
A2My sister got angry because I ate her chocolate.
No te cabrees
B1Don't get angry, it was just a joke.
Siempre se cabrea por tonterías.
B1He always gets pissed off over silly things.
Word Connections
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Preterite
Imperfect
Present
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Words that translate to "cabrear" in Spanish:
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: cabrear
Question 1 of 3
How do you say 'It pisses me off' in Spanish?
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👥 Word Family
📚 Etymology
Derived from the word 'cabra' (goat). It refers to the erratic, stubborn, and sometimes wild behavior of a goat when it is bothered.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cabrear' a swear word?
No, it's not a swear word, but it is very informal. It's similar to 'pissed off' in English—fine for friends, but maybe too casual for your boss.
What's the difference between 'cabrear' and 'cabrearse'?
'Cabrear' is making someone else angry. 'Cabrearse' is when YOU become angry.
Can I use 'cabrear' in Latin America?
Yes, it is understood everywhere, but it is much more common in Spain. In Latin America, you'll hear 'enojarse' or 'enfadarse' more frequently.