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/Sounds like "KOHM" (as in "coat") + "bee" (as in "bee")/

Meaning

In Peru, a reckless, aggressive driver modeled after the chaotic minibus drivers of Lima's informal transit. "Driving like a combi" means ignoring every traffic rule on the road.

Examples

He drives like a maniac, nearly got us killed on that curve.

That driver ran three red lights in a row.

Regional synonyms

/Sounds like "KOHM" (as in "coat") + "bee" (as in "bee")/

Meaning

A van or small public transport vehicle that runs fixed urban routes in Mexico and Peru. It's that chaotic but effective transport where twice as many people fit as should, and the driver drives like a maniac.

Examples

I got on the combi and it was packed to the brim.

Lima's combis drive like crazy but you get there fast.

Take the combi that goes down the main avenue.

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A friendly, likeable person who's easy to get along with and you click with instantly. It also describes a situation that gives good vibes and makes you feel comfortable.