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How to Say "predatory person" in Spanish

The Spanish word forpredatory personis loboB2 level.

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lobo

nounB2informal
a greedy, exploitative, or dangerous man
A man in a business suit with a sly and greedy expression, featuring subtle wolf-like ears and sharp teeth, holding a large sack overflowing with money.

Examples

Ese político es un lobo, solo busca el beneficio propio.

That politician is a wolf; he only looks out for his own benefit.

No confíes en él, es un lobo con piel de cordero.

Don't trust him, he's a wolf in sheep's clothing.

Figurative Use

When used figuratively, 'lobo' highlights negative qualities like greed, aggression, or hidden danger, similar to how 'shark' is used in English for a ruthless businessperson.

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