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Bandera de Colombia

/a-pa-na-CAR/

To shield someone from the consequences of their mistakes out of favoritism or personal interest. In Colombia, apanacar means giving a free pass to someone who doesn't deserve it just because they're the favorite.

Example

"The boss always covers for him when he messes up."

"Nobody's going to cover for you this time, you're responsible."

Word family
apanadoapanacar
Regional synonyms:

Persona tonta, ingenua o que siempre sale perdiendo en todo. En España se usa para alguien que se deja engañar o que hace el ridículo sin darse cuenta.