How to Say "scamp" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “scamp” is “bribón” — B2 level.
Examples
¡Vuelve aquí, pequeño bribón!
Come back here, you little rascal!
Ese bribón me vendió un reloj que no funciona.
That scoundrel sold me a watch that doesn't work.
Es un bribón muy simpático y siempre se sale con la suya.
He is a very likable rogue and always gets his way.
The '-ón' Ending
In Spanish, words ending in '-ón' often describe someone with a very strong personality trait. Here, it takes the root of an old word for 'beggar' and turns it into someone who is a 'big' trickster.
Using it as an Adjective
Even though it is a noun, you can use it like an adjective to describe someone. For example, 'Ese niño es muy bribón' (That boy is very mischievous).
Thinking it's always an insult
Mistake: “Using 'bribón' only when you are angry.”
Correction: In many contexts, especially with children, it's a playful or even affectionate way to call someone a 'scamp' or 'rascal'.
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