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Tipejo

Despicable guy

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Example

Ese tipejo se cree bien salsa y no respeta a nadie.

When to use it

Your friend tells you about a guy who acted creepy and arrogant at a party, and you label him with this.

What it means

Literally it's a blend of "tipo" (guy) + "pendejo" (idiot).
In practice it means a pathetic, contemptible dude-someone you look down on for being shady, lame, or disrespectful. It's more slangy and creative than just calling someone "pendejo," and it often carries a "what a loser" vibe. You'll hear it more in Mexico and online banter, and it sounds pretty insulting, not playful unless you're joking with close friends.

Don't confuse it with

"Tipejo" does not mean shy introvert, cheater, coward. It specifically means "Despicable guy".

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