How to Say "savvy" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “savvy” is “colmillo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2informal
having practical knowledge and experience
Examples
Ese abogado tiene mucho colmillo para los negocios.
That lawyer has a lot of savvy for business.
No es fácil engañarla; ella tiene colmillo retorcido.
It's not easy to trick her; she is very shrewd and experienced.
Necesitas más colmillo si quieres ganar esta negociación.
You need more street-smarts if you want to win this negotiation.
Using 'Colmillo' as a Quality
When used figuratively, 'colmillo' behaves like the English word 'wisdom' or 'experience.' You 'have' it (tener colmillo).
Literal Translation
Mistake: “Él tiene mucha sabiduría de calle.”
Correction: Él tiene mucho colmillo.
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