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/Sounds like "MWEHR" + "toh" (as in "toll") + "DEH" (as in "debt") + "AHM" (as in "art") + "breh" (as in "bread")/

Meaning

A person with no resources, extremely poor, or someone who pretends to have more than they do. In the Río de la Plata region, 'muerto de hambre' is a criticism questioning someone's ability to achieve their aspirations.

Examples

He's totally broke.'.

'Don't be cheap, pay up.'.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Argentina
Bandera de Uruguay
Pinchado

In Colombia, an older man you respect and feel affection for. Does not have to be a relative: any elder from the neighborhood or community qualifies. The cucho is a fixture of the block, usually with stories and wisdom to offer.