How to Say "tough guy" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “tough guy” is “cabrón” — C1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishC1
nounC1slang
describing someone who is hard to deal with
Examples
Ese cabrón me robó la idea.
That jerk stole my idea.
No seas cabrón y devuélveme el dinero.
Don't be a bastard and give me the money back.
¡Qué cabrón eres!
You are such a jerk!
Using the Word as a Noun vs. Adjective
You can use this word as a name for a person ('un cabrón') or to describe someone ('eres muy cabrón').
Context is Everything
Mistake: “Using this word with a teacher or boss.”
Correction: This is a very strong word. Never use it in professional or formal settings, as it is considered a swear word.
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