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/Sounds like "brah" (as in "bra") + "boo" (as in "boot") + "KOHN" (as in "coat")/

Meaning

A blowhard or bully who talks big, threatens everyone, and boasts about their courage but never follows through when it actually matters. A bravucón is all talk: the louder and more aggressive they are, the less likely they are to back it up.

Examples

Ese bravucón siempre habla de pelear pero nunca hace nada.

That blowhard is always talking about fighting but never actually does anything.

No le tengas miedo, es puro bravucón.

Do not be scared of him, he is all bark and no bite.

Regional synonyms

In Paraguay, an annoying, relentless nuisance who interrupts constantly, asks too many questions, or gets in the way without realizing it. A mild insult used in everyday conversation for that person you are always trying to avoid.