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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "flye" + "TAH" (as in "tar") + "doh" (as in "door")/

Meaning

Looking or acting like a flaite, Chile's term for working-class street style associated with flashy or tacky aesthetics. Describes clothes, souped-up cars, or behavior that copies that look.

Examples

He bought the car and tricked it out with lights and stickers.

That flashy outfit doesn't suit you at all.

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Regional synonyms

Someone who's really skilled, talented, or does things with impressive ease and quality. In Mexico it's the ultimate compliment for someone who makes the hard stuff look effortless.