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In Spain, a colloquial and slightly humorous word for fear or nerves, especially before something intimidating. Like having the jitters or being scared stiff.
“The oral exam gives me canguelo.”
“Admit it - you got canguelo when you saw that.”
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In Spain, a colloquial and slightly humorous word for fear or nerves, especially before something intimidating. Like having the jitters or being scared stiff.
“The oral exam gives me canguelo.”
“Admit it - you got canguelo when you saw that.”
Tener los pies en la tierra
To be realistic and keep expectations grounded in reality, not swept away by fantasies or wishful thinking. Someone with their feet on the ground makes sensible decisions and does not get carried away.