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/Sounds like "chee" (as in "cheek") + "kee" (as in "keep") + "TEE" (as in "tea") + "koh" (as in "coat")/

Meaning

Very tiny, an affectionate diminutive for something or someone of reduced size. In the Colombian and Venezuelan Caribbean, diminutives ending in "-ico" are a hallmark of the regional dialect and carry genuine warmth.

Examples

The baby was born tiny but healthy and full of strength.

She gave me a tiny little slice of cake, barely enough to taste.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Bolivia
Pititi

In Colombia, a little kid or very young boy, said with affection. The diminutive of "pelado" (young person), softened even further into something tender and fond.