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/NYO-nyo/

A shy, nerdy person who's naive and unworldly. The 'ñoño' hasn't been around much and generally studies a lot. In Chile and Argentina it carries a mild affectionate touch even as a label.

Example

"He was super nerdy in school but now he's doing great."

"Me, a nerd? No way — I go out every weekend."

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Regional synonyms:

A young girl or woman in Spain, one of the most classic and everyday words in Spanish vocabulary. It is the casual, natural way to refer to any young woman, whether she is a friend, a classmate, or a stranger on the street. Think of it as the Spanish equivalent of "girl" or "chick" but without any negative connotation. You will hear it constantly in everyday conversations across Spain.