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/Sounds like "moh" (as in "more") + "BEE" (as in "bee") + "dah" (as in "dart") + "CHWEH" + "kah" (as in "car")/

Meaning

In Mexico, a shady deal or underhanded scheme done on the sly. Una movida chueca is something dishonest done to get an unfair advantage, whether in business or everyday life.

Examples

That company is running pure movidas chuecas with their contracts.

Don't drag me into movidas chuecas, I do things straight.

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Regional synonyms

Grandma, borrowed from the Italian 'nonna,' reflecting the deep Italian heritage of Argentina and Uruguay. The nona is the one who stuffs you with food, bundles you up even when it's warm, and loves you unconditionally.