adjective
General Slang
pirata
pee-RAH-tah · adjective · informal
Fake, bootleg, knock-off
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Definitions
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Describes counterfeit or bootleg goods.
“No compres ese reloj, es pirata.”
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As a noun, standard Spanish for a pirate (sea robber).
“Una película de piratas.”
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pirata In A Sentence
No compres ese reloj, es pirata.
Una película de piratas.
Origin & Usage
From 'pirata' (pirate); pirated/counterfeit goods.
People Also Ask
What does 'pirata' mean when describing goods?
It means fake, bootleg, or counterfeit, as in a knock-off product or pirated copy.
How do you use 'pirata' as slang?
You use it before or after a product name, e.g. 'un reloj pirata' (a fake watch) or 'software pirata' (pirated software).
Does 'pirata' also mean pirate?
Yes, as a noun it's the standard Spanish word for a pirate; the counterfeit sense comes from the idea of pirated goods.
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