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Bandera de República Dominicana

/Sounds like 'BRIN-ka CHAR-kos'/

In the Dominican Republic, cheap, low-quality sneakers — the kind that let water in when you step in a puddle, hence the name 'puddle jumpers.' The affordable alternative to name brand shoes.

Example

"Those cheap sneakers got totally soaked at the first sign of rain."

"Don't clown on brinca charcos — they're all some people can afford."

Regional synonyms:

Amigo, compañero, forma cariñosa de dirigirse a alguien en Venezuela. Es la muletilla más representativa del habla venezolana, como güey para los mexicanos.