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How to Say "spoiled brat" in Spanish

The Spanish word forspoiled bratis señoritoB2 level.

English → SpanishB2
nounB2informal
referring to someone who doesn't want to work or get their hands dirty
A young man sitting in a plush chair, refusing to pick up a dropped tool while others work in the background.

Examples

No seas un señorito y ayúdanos a mover estas cajas.

Don't be a spoiled brat and help us move these boxes.

Ese señorito no ha trabajado un solo día en su vida.

That rich kid hasn't worked a single day in his life.

¡Vaya señorito! No quiere comer si la mesa no está perfecta.

What a pampered guy! He won't eat if the table isn't perfect.

Sarcastic Tone

This meaning relies entirely on the situation. If you say it while someone is refusing to help with chores, it is an insult.

Indefinite Articles

Notice how we use 'un' (un señorito) when calling someone this as a label to describe their personality.

Taking it as a compliment

Mistake:Thinking someone is calling you a 'gentleman' in a modern casual setting.

Correction: In 90% of modern informal situations, being called a 'señorito' is a criticism of your laziness or entitlement.

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