dictionary.pt

sly person

nounmasculineinformal/ɛʃ.pɛʁˈtaʎ.ɐ̃w/medium

es·per·tal·hão

Definition

A cunning or crafty person who takes advantage of situations.
He is a sly person who always finds a way to benefit himself.
Don't trust him; he's a sly person.

Etymology

Do espanhol 'espertalhão'

Related words