How do you say bad boy in german

“Bad boy” in German is usually „böser Junge“ or „schlimmer Finger“ for a more idiomatic expression. „Unartiger Junge“ also works, but it sounds more like “naughty boy.”

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• böser Junge = literal translation.

• schlimmer Finger = slangy idiom, closer to “rascal” or “bad boy.”

• unartiger Junge = “naughty boy.”

If you want, I can also give you the best translation for a nickname, insult, or flirtatious context.