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/Sounds like "ehm" (as in "egg") + "PAH" (as in "park") + "choh" (as in "chose")/

Meaning

A stomach ailment caused by overeating, bad digestion, or eating something that didn't sit right. In Latin American folk medicine, empacho is treated with traditional massages and herbal remedies.

Examples

The kid has a stomach ache from eating too many sweets.

My grandma cured my upset stomach with a belly massage.

Regional synonyms

A close, deeply trusted friend and companion in Paraguay and northern Argentina. A chamigo is more than just a buddy: the bond has roots in Guarani culture and implies unconditional loyalty and unspoken understanding. A chamigo shows up before you even have to explain the situation.