vagabundo
“vagabundo” means “vagabond” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
vagabond, tramp
Also: homeless person, wanderer
📝 In Action
El vagabundo pidió unas monedas cerca de la estación de tren.
B1The vagabond asked for some change near the train station.
La policía detuvo a un vagabundo que dormía en la fuente pública.
B2The police detained a homeless person who was sleeping in the public fountain.
wandering, roaming
Also: idle
📝 In Action
Su espíritu vagabundo lo llevó a explorar el mundo.
B2His wandering spirit led him to explore the world.
La vida vagabunda no es para todos; se necesita mucha valentía.
C1The roaming life isn't for everyone; it takes a lot of courage.
Translate to Spanish
Words that translate to "vagabundo" in Spanish:
homeless person→idle→roaming→tramp→vagabond→wanderer→wandering→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: vagabundo
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'vagabundo' as an adjective, describing a characteristic?
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📚 Etymology▼
Comes from the Late Latin word 'vagabundus,' which was formed from the verb 'vagari,' meaning 'to wander' or 'to roam.' It has always carried the sense of movement without a fixed destination.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'vagabundo' considered an offensive word?
It depends heavily on context. While it literally means 'wanderer,' it often carries negative connotations of idleness or homelessness. It's generally safer and more respectful to use neutral terms like 'persona sin hogar' (person without a home) if you are referring to someone experiencing homelessness.
What is the verb form of 'vagabundo'?
The verb is 'vagabundear,' which means 'to wander aimlessly' or 'to roam around.'