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/Sounds like "mah" (as in "mark") + "NYEH"/

Meaning

A person with no class, no taste, and no refinement, common and tacky in the worst way. In Ecuador and Colombia, mañé describes someone whose manners, style, and general vibe signal low-brow in every dimension. It stings because it's about who you fundamentally are, not just what you're wearing.

Examples

That guy is so low-class, he behaved terribly at the dinner.

Don't be so uncouth, at least say thank you.

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/Sounds like "mah" (as in "mark") + "NEH" (as in "net")/

Meaning

A Caribbean Colombian term for a close friend or any familiar person. Equivalent to "bro" or "homie," with a strong coastal vibe. Widely used in Barranquilla and Cartagena.

Examples

What's up, bro, where you headed?

Relax, man, I'll take care of that for you.

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In Spain, to have absolutely no clue about a subject, to draw a complete blank. If you are pez at something, that knowledge never made it anywhere near your brain.