mono blanco
/mono blanko/from spelling rules
The Spanish phrase for white monkey is mono blanco.
This term refers to a foreigner who is hired for a job based specifically on their race.
Meaning: foreigner hired based on race (noun)
Did you know?
- In some Spanish dialects, mono is used as slang for an intense craving or the symptoms of withdrawal from a substance.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, calling someone a mono can actually be a term of endearment, meaning 'cute' or 'pretty', which creates a jarring contrast with the derogatory nature of mono blanco.
- The term mono can also refer to a 'jumpsuit' or 'overalls' in various Spanish-speaking countries.
Examples in context
- El mono blanco que vi en el zoológico era muy travieso.The white monkey I saw at the zoo was very mischievous.
- Te sorprendería ver lo adorable que es el mono de color blanco que vive en aquella selva.You would be amazed at how adorable the white monkey living in that jungle is.
- Ese mono blanco es tan gracioso, parece estar siempre de buen humor.That white monkey is so funny, it seems to always be in a good mood.
- Mira ese monito blanco, es tan tierno que quiero llevármelo a casa.Look at that little white monkey, it's so cute I want to take it home.
- No quieren talento, solo quieren un mono blanco.They don't want talent, they only want a white monkey.
Example conversation
Lucía and Mateo are discussing a new hire at their international firm.
- LucíaMateo, ¿viste al nuevo consultor extranjero?Mateo, did you see the new foreign consultant?
- MateoSí, pero creo que es un mono blanco.Yes, but I think he is a white monkey.
- LucíaTienes razón, solo lo quieren por su imagen.You are right, they only want him for his image.
- MateoEs una estrategia muy común hoy en día.It is a very common strategy nowadays.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
