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mirón means onlooker / gawker — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: September 2, 2025

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mirón

noun • /[mee-RON]/

onlooker / gawker

Example:

Siempre hay un mirón en cada multitud.

There's always a gawker in every crowd.

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🧠 What does mirón mean?

A 'mirón' is someone who stares, often intensely and for a prolonged period. They're basically an onlooker, but the word carries a stronger connotation of curiosity, sometimes even a bit of creepiness or nosiness, depending on the context. Think of someone rubbernecking at an accident or someone overtly staring at someone else.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡Qué mirón eres! ¿Qué estás mirando?
    You're such a gawker! What are you looking at?
  • Había un grupo de mirones observando la pelea en la calle.
    There was a group of onlookers watching the street fight.
  • No seas mirón, es de mala educación.
    Don't be a gawker, it's rude.
  • El mirón se escondió detrás de un árbol para observar la casa.
    The onlooker hid behind a tree to watch the house.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'onlooker / gawker' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for 'onlooker' or 'gawker' is 'mirón'.
How do you pronounce 'mirón' in Spanish?
It's pronounced mee-ROHN, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'mirón' in a sentence?
You could say, '¡No seas mirón!' (Don't be a gawker!) or 'Había muchos mirones en el accidente' (There were many onlookers at the accident).
What is the English translation of 'mirón'?
The English translation of 'mirón' is 'onlooker' or 'gawker'.
Does 'mirón' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'mirón' can be changed for gender and number. For a female onlooker, you'd use 'mirona.' For several onlookers, you would use 'mirones' (masculine plural) or 'mironas' (feminine plural).
Is 'mirón' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'mirón' is fairly common and easily understood in everyday Spanish.
Does 'mirón' have slang or double meanings?
While generally meaning 'onlooker', the word 'mirón' can sometimes be used playfully or with a slightly negative connotation, suggesting someone is being overly nosy or intrusive.
Is 'mirón' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning and usage of 'mirón' are generally consistent across Spain and Latin America.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "mirón"

Synonyms: observador, espectador, curioso

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'mirón' comes from the verb 'mirar,' which simply means 'to look.' The '-ón' ending often adds a sense of intensity or exaggeration to a word.

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