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/Sounds like 'kah-mah-ROHN ah kee-EHN seh DOO-ehr-meh'/

A shortened version of the proverb that warns people to always be alert and take advantage of opportunities, or they will be lost, highlighting the importance of being proactive and vigilant in life.

Example

"If you're not careful, you'll miss the opportunity."

"Either be alert or you'll lose out."

Regional synonyms:

Prisa, urgencia por hacer algo rápido. En Colombia es la palabra estándar para decir que llevas prisa, y "yo afán no tengo" es la frase perfecta para frenar a alguien que te apura.