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/Sounds like "mahn" (as in "mark") + "DOHN" (as in "door")/

Meaning

A bossy person who always wants to be in charge and gives orders like they own everyone. The mandón doesn't ask, they command. Whether it's a controlling parent, a micromanaging boss, or that one friend who takes over every plan, the mandón can't help themselves.

Examples

I can't stand my boss, he's an insufferable control freak.

Don't be so bossy, let others make decisions too.

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Regional synonyms

In Peru, completely broke, with nothing left in your pockets. Calato paints a clear picture of someone fully cleaned out, whether after a bad night, a rough end of the month, or one too many expenses piling up.