boomer
/boomeɾ/from spelling rules
The English phrase "boomer" is translated into Spanish as boomer.
The term refers to a person born during the baby boom after World War II, and it is often used to describe an older person with outdated views.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The term Carcamal is used in some Spanish-speaking regions to describe an old person.
How do you pronounce it?
/boomeɾ/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking countries, boomer is used as a generic adjective for anyone who acts out of touch, regardless of their actual birth year.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, calling someone an 'old person' can be more sensitive than in English, so using boomer can sometimes feel more like a direct insult than a joke.
- In some regions, the phrase de la vieja escuela is used as a polite or respectful alternative to boomer when praising traditional values.
Examples in context
- Ese señor es un verdadero carcamal.That man is a real old fogey.
- Ese hombre es un boomer.That man is a boomer.
- Mi jefe es un boomer total.My boss is a total boomer.
- ¿Crees que soy un boomer?Do you think I am a boomer?
Example conversation
Sofía and Mateo are discussing their coworker's attitude.
- SofíaEse señor es un boomer.That man is a boomer.
- MateoSí, tiene ideas muy antiguas.Yes, he has very outdated ideas.
- SofíaNo entiende la tecnología.He does not understand technology.
- MateoEs un boomer clásico.He is a classic boomer.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
