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/Sounds like "BYEHN" + "BAH" (as in "bar") + "rryoh"/

Meaning

A person or attitude with a very working-class neighborhood vibe in Mexico, unpretentious and with street-style speech and dress. Can be a compliment or a criticism depending on the tone.

Examples

He talks like a real barrio kid but he's the most cool person I know.

He showed up looking very street to the interview and they didn't take him seriously.

Regional synonyms

To pre-game, getting together to drink before heading out to the actual party, like a social warm-up with alcohol. In Argentina, Chile, and Peru, the previa is practically mandatory.