In Spanish slang, 'pirata' is often used to describe something or someone that is fake, counterfeit, or not original. It can also be used colloquially to refer to a person who is tricky, sneaky or unreliable. In some contexts, it's used to refer to taxi drivers or buses that operate without a proper license.
Examples
- Spanish: No confíes en ese vendedor, siempre vende productos piratas.
- English: Don't trust that seller, he always sells counterfeit products.