der Halbstarke
Translation
yob, hooligan, tough guy, teddy boy
Examples
Eine Gruppe Halbstarker machte Ärger.
A group of yobs was causing trouble.
Er spielte in dem Film einen Halbstarken.
He played a tough guy in the film.
Grammar Patterns
to be considered ((a yob)) Er galt in der Schule als Halbstarker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Rowdy, Rüpel; Antonyms: Gentleman
Etymology
From 'halb' (half) + 'stark' (strong). Literally 'half-strong', implying someone who acts tough but lacks maturity.
Memory Tips
Think of someone who is only 'half strong' – all bravado but not truly powerful or mature.