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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.
“This semester he was really focused and didn't fail a single subject.”
“Get serious about your work if you want that raise.”
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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.
“This semester he was really focused and didn't fail a single subject.”
“Get serious about your work if you want that raise.”
Manotazo
A sharp, sudden slap with an open hand against a surface, object, or person. A manotazo can come from anger, frustration, or just pure accident, but it always lands with a sound. Common everyday word across Mexico and Central America, not implying serious violence.