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/Sounds like "EHS" (as in "egg") + "OO" (as in "Uber") + "nah" (as in "nacho") + "HOH" (as in "hope") + "yah" (as in "yard")/

Meaning

A person or thing that is truly precious, special, and hard to find. Used across the Spanish-speaking world with warmth and genuine affection to describe someone whose qualities stand out in the best possible way.

Examples

Your grandmother is an absolute gem, what a special person she is.

That book is a treasure, it is going to change your life.

Regional synonyms

Traditional Paraguayan bread made from manioc starch and cheese, with a chewy, elastic texture and a mild savory flavor. Chipa is breakfast, road food, and comfort food, sold at every bus station and roadside stall. If you're in Paraguay, you're eating chipa.