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/Sounds like "kohr" (as in "coat") + "doh" (as in "door") + "BEHS" (as in "bed")/

Meaning

A person from Córdoba, Argentina, immediately recognizable by their distinctive singsong accent and the habit of adding "-ite" to words where no other Argentine would. Cordobeses have a reputation for being cheerful, talkative, and intensely proud of their city.

Examples

The moment I heard him talk I knew he was from Córdoba, the accent is unmistakable.

People from Córdoba add -ite to words where anyone else from Argentina simply would not.

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Regional synonyms

A dirty, unfair, disloyal, or extremely shameless move against someone who didn't deserve it at all. It's when someone does something so low and cowardly they deserve to be called out without mercy.