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/Sounds like "AHL" (as in "art") + "TEE" (as in "tea") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

Immediately, instantly, right away without waiting a single second in Chile. It's the Chilean expression of urgency for saying something gets done right now, no delays, excuses, or time to think about it.

Examples

He did it al tiro, didn't take any time at all.

Come al tiro, I need you.

Al tiro he realized something was off.

Regional synonyms

/Sounds like "AHL" (as in "art") + "TEE" (as in "tea") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

Right away, immediately, without waiting. Used in Chile and Central America to signal that something is happening or will happen right now, no delays. The Central American and Chilean way of saying "on it" or "coming right up."

Examples

I will get that file to you right away, give me one second.

Do you need help with that? I am on my way right now.

Regional synonyms

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In Ecuador, a close and trusted friend, someone who has been there through everything. Guate likely shares roots with the Mexican cuate (from Nahuatl coatl, meaning twin), both words pointing to a bond as tight as family.