* Kid, young boy: This is the most common meaning. It's used to refer to a young male child, usually between the ages of 5 and 15.
* Young person: Sometimes, it can also refer to a young person in general, regardless of gender.
* Guy, dude: In a casual context, it can be used as a synonym for "guy" or "dude."
It's important to consider the context of the conversation to understand the precise meaning of "pibe."
For example:
* "Ese pibe es muy bueno jugando al fútbol" (That kid is really good at playing soccer) - Here, "pibe" clearly refers to a young boy.
* "Ese pibe es un genio" (That guy is a genius) - Here, "pibe" could refer to a young person of either gender.
* "Che, pibe, ¿cómo estás?" (Hey, dude, how are you?) - In this case, "pibe" is used as a friendly term of address.