A slang term used predominantly in Ecuador, 'pailón' refers to a person who is clumsy, awkward, or foolish. It can also be used to describe someone who messes things up.
Examples
- Spanish: No le dejes el vaso a Juan, es un pailón y seguro que lo tira.
- English: Don't give the glass to Juan, he is a klutz and will surely drop it.