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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

Experience or skill gained through practice, that wisdom that only comes from years of doing something. In Argentina, 'tener cancha' means being a veteran at something.