Jefazo

Jefazo is a Spanish noun used colloquially to refer to a person who holds a position of considerable authority, especially a boss or leader. It is formed from jefe, meaning “boss,” with the augmentative suffix -azo, which conveys intensity or size, roughly translating to “big boss” or “top boss.”

Grammatically, jefazo is masculine. The standard feminine form is jefa, while jefazo can be used to describe a male boss; in some dialects a feminine augmentative such as jefaza may be heard, but it is relatively rare. The term is predominantly informal and appears in everyday speech, journalism, and popular culture rather than in formal writing.

Usage of jefazo carries a range of nuances depending on context. It can be affectionate or humorous when referring to a friendly or informal superior, but it can also express criticism or irony when describing an overbearing or authoritarian leader. Because of its informal tone, it is most common in conversational language, media captions, and entertainment dialogue rather than technical or legal writing.

In popular culture, jefazo is often used as a nickname or epithet for powerful or imposing characters, real-life figures, or fictional leaders. Its presence in headlines, dialogue, or dialogue-heavy scenes helps convey a sense of authority and prominence with a colloquial flavor. The term is widely understood across Spanish-speaking regions, with regional preferences shaping its exact connotations and frequency of use.