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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "GOO" (as in "good") + "hah" (as in "hard")/

Meaning

A cheapskate in Peru who never parts with a single sol and always has an excuse not to buy anything for anyone.

Examples

Don't be stingy, pay your share of the barbecue.

He's so cheap he won't even offer you a piece of candy.

Regional synonyms

A diligent, responsible person who puts in real effort. In Mexico, aplicado is the compliment you get when you finally buckle down and take your work or studies seriously. It has a slightly parental tone, like approval from a teacher or boss.