Japanese Word · Beginner
チンピラ
a child or other youth putting on airs and acting arrogantly
Pronunciation: [t͡ɕĩmpʲiɾa̠]
Meaning
a child or other youth putting on airs and acting arrogantly
Example
近所のチンピラ
a neighborhood punk
Practice tips
- Practice チンピラ out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for beginner-level learners.