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/Sounds like "hoh" (as in "hope") + "DEE" (as in "deep") + "tah" (as in "tar")/

Meaning

In Argentina, a light-hearted prank or playful joke with no malice behind it. A "jodita" is a bit of fun or a harmless trick pulled in good spirits just to get a laugh.

Examples

We hid his chair as a joke and he cracked up laughing.

It was just a prank, don't take it so personally.

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Regional synonyms

The popular feminine demonym for Honduras, meaning a Honduran woman. Alongside "catracho," it is the affectionate and proud way Honduran women identify themselves, especially when living abroad. The term traces back to 19th-century Central American wars, when Honduran troops earned a reputation for bravery. Today it is used with genuine pride in songs, sports, and daily life.