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/Sounds like "gahs" (as in "garden") + "fee" (as in "feet") + "TEH" (as in "ten") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

A plumber in Peru, the professional who fixes pipes, faucets, and all your water-related problems. The word comes from 'gasfitter' in English, adapted to Peruvian Spanish.

Examples

Call the plumber, the bathroom pipe is leaking.

A good plumber is hard to find when you need one urgently.

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Regional synonyms

Cheer up, snap out of it, shake off the bad vibes. Used in Mexico when someone has been moping around or stuck in a funk for too long. It's a friendly nudge to get back on your feet, more warm and encouraging than harsh.