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/Sounds like "mohn" (as in "more") + "TAHR" (as in "tar") + "OON" (as in "Uber") + "NOO" (as in "nuke") + "meh" (as in "met") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

To make a scene or put on an exaggerated dramatic performance in public. In Spain and Mexico, montar un número is intentional, performative behavior designed to draw attention and provoke a reaction. The person doing it knows exactly what they are doing.

Examples

She made a huge scene at the restaurant because the food took twenty minutes.

Don't make a scene here, we can sort this out inside.

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Regional synonyms

A Venezuelan exclamation of shock, amazement, or disbelief when something completely unexpected happens. It's that Caribbean outburst that escapes you when something blows your mind and you just can't believe it.