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/Sounds like "mah" (as in "mark") + "rah" (as in "rapper") + "KOO" (as in "cool") + "choh" (as in "chose")/

Meaning

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.

Examples

My brother-in-law is from Maracaibo and talks so loud it sounds like he's fighting.

Maracuchos have a unique sense of humor, they'll make you die laughing.

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Regional synonyms

A slow, dim-witted, or clueless person who always seems to be one step behind everyone else. In Venezuela and Colombia, calling someone "gafo" means they are slow to understand, prone to making basic mistakes, and always the last one in the room to get it.