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/Sounds like "CHWEH" + "koh" (as in "coat")/

Meaning

Something crooked, poorly done, illegal, or corrupt in Mexico. It describes everything from a badly hung picture frame to a shady business deal to a dishonest politician.

Examples

That business is sketchy as hell, don't get involved.

The wall came out crooked, looks like he didn't use a level.

Word family
Regional synonyms
Bandera de México
Torcido
Bandera de México
Choco

Guts, bravery, and determination to face something difficult without backing down. In Mexico and Spain, tener tripas means you do not flinch when action is required, even when the situation is uncomfortable or intimidating.