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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "SEH" (as in "set") + "reh" (as in "red") + "KEH" (as in "kept") + "boh" (as in "boat") + "LAH" (as in "lava")/

Meaning

The full Cuban greeting that combines the friend address "asere" with the question "what's up." The most recognizable Cuban conversation opener between close friends.

Examples

Hey bro, what's up, it's been so long.

He walked in with the full "asere qué bolá" like nothing happened.

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Regional synonyms

Someone bold, daring, or gutsy who doesn't hesitate to take risks or speak their mind. In Mexico, calling someone aventado is usually a compliment, meaning they've got nerve and aren't afraid to go for it. It can also mean reckless depending on context, like a driver who cuts through traffic without caring.