calzonazos
/kalθoˈnaθos/masculine
The English word 'wuss' can be translated into Spanish as calzonazos. Wiktionary also lists achumpipado.
Meaning: weak, ineffectual person (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| calzonazos | /kalθoˈnaθos/ /kalsoˈnasos/ |
masculine |
| achumpipado | /at͡ʃumpipado/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
The term calzonazos is often used pejoratively to describe a man who is perceived as being dominated by his partner or unable to stand up for himself. It describes a weak, ineffectual person (noun).
What does it mean word for word?
The term calzonazos literally translates to 'big underwear' or 'large breeches', implying a man who is easily controlled or lacks backbone.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form calzonazos is masculine. To refer to a female wuss, use the form calzonaza. The form achumpipado is also masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
/kalθoˈnaθos/
Did you know?
- While calzonazos is common in Spain, people in Mexico and other Latin American countries often use mandilón instead. This word refers to a mandil or apron, implying the man has been relegated to domestic chores.
- In Spanish, the suffix -azo can be used to create words for accidental strikes, such as portazo for the sound of a door slamming. Applying it to calzones creates a comical image of being hit by a giant pair of underwear.
- The word achumpipado carries a physical nuance of being 'deflated' or 'squashed', much like a person who has lost their spirit or posture.
Examples in context
- Que yo sea comprensivo no significa que sea un calzonazos.Just because I'm understanding doesn't mean that I'm a wuss.This sentence is useful for showing how to deny being a calzonazos despite being an understanding person.Tatoeba #10609408 by saverius, translation #10619385 by sangelo
- Nunca enfrenta sus miedos, es un cobarde.He never confronts his fears, he's a wuss.
- No seas miedoso y enfrenta tus problemas.Don't be a wuss and face your problems.
- No seas gallina, atrévete a entrar en la montaña rusa.Don't be a wuss, dare to ride the roller coaster.
- No debes ser tan temeroso, enfrenta tus miedos.You shouldn't be so wussy, face your fears.
- No dejes que te trate como un calzonazos.Don't let him treat you like a wuss.
Example conversation
Lucía and Alejandro are discussing his recent promotion.
- LucíaNo seas un calzonazos con el nuevo director.Don't be a wuss with the new director.
- AlejandroNo es eso, solo trato de ser respetuoso.It's not that, I'm just trying to be respectful.
- LucíaPero tienes que poner límites claros.But you have to set clear boundaries.
- AlejandroLo intentaré, lo prometo.I'll try, I promise.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “wuss” translations and entries calzonazos, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
