Mancebo

A mancebo (masculine) or manceba (feminine) is a Spanish term that refers to a young, unmarried person. While it can broadly mean "youth," it generally implies a bachelor (for mancebo) or a young, unmarried woman, sometimes with connotations of inexperience or naivete. The term's usage is somewhat archaic and formal in modern Spanish, less common in everyday conversation, and might be found more frequently in literature, historical texts, or in certain formal contexts. Its precise meaning can vary depending on the region and the specific context in which it is used. The word is related to concepts of courtship and social expectations of young unmarried individuals.