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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "SEHR" (as in "set") + "seh" (as in "set") + "MEHN" (as in "met") + "soh" (as in "solo")/

Meaning

To pretend you do not know or understand something in order to dodge responsibility. In Mexico, "hacerse menso" is that strategic act of playing dumb when you clearly knew all along. Everyone sees through it, which makes it even more annoying.

Examples

Don't play dumb, I know you already knew about the raise.

He acted clueless when they asked him about the money.

A person from Maracaibo or Zulia state in Venezuela, known for their strong accent, direct humor, and casual way of speaking to everyone. Maracuchos are a distinct cultural identity in Venezuela.