wannabe

• Substantivo que designa uma pessoa ambiciosa que quer ser como outra ou alcançar determinado status, muitas vezes imitando alguém de forma pouco convincente; também pode indicar um fã ou aspirante. Em português, costuma ser usado como adjetivo ou substantivo no sentido de quem quer ser algo que ainda não é.

A noun referring to a person who is ambitious and aspiring, often trying to emulate someone else or achieve a particular status.

1. Ambitious AspirantB2informal

   A person who is eager to achieve success or recognition, often in a particular field or profession.

   Aspirante ambicioso

   • The city is full of young wannabes hoping to become actors.
   • He's a wannabe entrepreneur, always pitching new ideas.
   • She's a wannabe singer who practices every day.

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2. Imitator or PretenderB2informal

   A person who tries to imitate someone famous or successful, often without the necessary talent or skill.

   Imitador ou pretensioso

   • He's just a wannabe rock star who can't play guitar.
   • The club is full of wannabe gangsters.
   • She's a wannabe influencer with only a hundred followers.

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