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/Sounds like "kohm" (as in "coat") + "plah" (as in "plan") + "SEHN" (as in "set") + "syah"/
Excessive people-pleasing or going along with everything just to avoid conflict. In the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, complacencia describes someone who prioritizes keeping everyone happy over having their own opinion or making real decisions.
“With that much people-pleasing he never manages to push any idea through in the team.”
“That need to please everyone keeps him from making any decision that might upset someone.”
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Excessive people-pleasing or going along with everything just to avoid conflict. In the Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, complacencia describes someone who prioritizes keeping everyone happy over having their own opinion or making real decisions.
“With that much people-pleasing he never manages to push any idea through in the team.”
“That need to please everyone keeps him from making any decision that might upset someone.”
Maleado
In Peru, someone hardened by the street and experienced in tough environments. A maleado has a quiet confidence that comes from having lived it. Unlike being aggressive, a maleado can be calm: that calm just comes from years of knowing how things really work. Said with respect or caution.