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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "boo" (as in "boot") + "SAH" (as in "salsa") + "doh" (as in "door")/

Meaning

In Mexico, sharp, alert, and on the ball. Used as a heads-up warning to pay close attention, or to describe someone who catches on fast and never misses a thing.

Examples

Watch out for cars when you cross!

That kid is really sharp, he gets great grades without even trying.

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Regional synonyms
Bandera de Colombia
Bandera de Venezuela
Bandera de España
Bandera de Ecuador
Avispado

An Aymara-origin exclamation used by young Bolivians to get someone's attention or greet a friend casually, like saying "hey" or "yo" on the Altiplano.