Ver en español →
Bandera de Colombia
Bandera de Venezuela

/Sounds like 'mah-MOH-nah'/

An arrogant, conceited, or self-important woman who acts like the world revolves around her. A mamona is insufferable to be around — she makes everything about herself and looks down on those she considers beneath her.

Example

"I can't stand that arrogant woman from the office."

"She started acting all high and mighty with the new employees."

Regional synonyms:

Guiso de carne condimentado con chiles y especias, originario de Jalisco. Se come en tacos, consomé o como plato principal y es uno de los platillos más adictivos de México.