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monigote means puppet / doodle-person — a common term in Funny Words. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: August 21, 2025

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monigote

noun • /[mo-nee-GO-te]/

puppet / doodle-person

Example:

Dibujé un monigote en mi cuaderno.

I drew a doodle-person in my notebook.

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🧠 What does monigote mean?

Monigote is a fun, informal Spanish word that refers to a simple, often childlike drawing of a person, like a stick figure. It can also mean a puppet, especially a crude or silly one. Think of the kind of puppet you might make out of socks or paper bags! Sometimes, it can even be used playfully to describe a person who is clumsy or dressed oddly.

📚 Extra examples

  • Los niños dibujaron monigotes en la pizarra.
    The children drew doodle-people on the board.
  • Hicimos un monigote de nieve en el invierno.
    We made a snowman in the winter.
  • ¡Mira ese monigote! ¡Qué gracioso!
    Look at that puppet! How funny!
  • Con esa ropa, pareces un monigote.
    With those clothes on, you look like a doodle-person (a bit silly).

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'puppet / doodle-person' in Spanish?
You can say "monigote", "títere" (for puppet), or "figura de palitos" (for stick figure).
How do you pronounce 'monigote' in Spanish?
It's pronounced mo-nee-GO-teh. The stress is on the 'GO'.
How do you use 'monigote' in a sentence?
You could say something like, "Mi hijo hizo un monigote muy divertido" (My son made a very funny puppet/doodle-person).
What is the English translation of 'monigote'?
It translates to 'puppet', 'doodle-person', or sometimes 'stick figure', depending on the context.
Does 'monigote' change for gender or number?
No, 'monigote' stays the same whether you're talking about one or many.
Is 'monigote' common in everyday Spanish?
It's reasonably common, especially when talking to children or in informal settings.
Does 'monigote' have slang or double meanings?
While not strictly slang, it can be used playfully to tease someone about their appearance or clumsiness.
Is 'monigote' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The meaning is generally the same across Spanish-speaking regions, though the frequency of use might vary.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "monigote"

Synonyms: títere, marioneta, figura de palitos

💡 Did You Know?

In some Latin American countries, "monigote" can also refer to an effigy that is burned during New Year's celebrations to symbolize leaving the old year behind!

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