arrabalero

arrabalero
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a.
This refers to an idiomatic word or phrase for which there is no word-for-word translation.
no direct translation
El lunfardo es una jerga que surgió entre las clases bajas de las zonas arrabaleras de la ciudad."Lunfardo" is a jargon that emerged among the lower classes dwelling in depressed areas of the city.
El tango fue inicialmente prohibido por sus orígenes arrabaleros.The tango was initially banned because it had originated in the less favored areas of the city.
a. uncouth
Ese lenguaje arrabalero no es apropiado para una dama tan fina.That uncouth language isn't appropriate for such a fine lady.
b. coarse
Sí, estoy de acuerdo, sus modales son arrabaleros, pero es muy apuesto.Yes, I agree, his manners are coarse, but he's really handsome.
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