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/Sounds like "kah" (as in "car") + "wee" (as in "weed") + "neh" (as in "net") + "AHR" (as in "art")/

Meaning

To gossip, stir up drama, or talk about other people's business behind their backs. In Chile, 'cahuinear' is the classic behavior of someone who collects secrets and spreads them strategically. The person who cahuinea is never innocent, they always know exactly what they're doing.

Examples

Stop gossiping and mind your own business.

They got together to gossip about what happened at the party.

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Regional synonyms

Cash: physical bills and coins as opposed to paying by card or bank transfer. In Mexico and across Latin America, many small businesses, street stalls, and market vendors only accept cash, so carrying some is always a smart move. Tourists who rely entirely on cards end up missing the best food.