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/Sounds like "nah" (as in "nacho") + "REEZ" (as in "reed") + "CHAH" (as in "chat") + "tah" (as in "tar")/

Meaning

A small, flat nose. In Mexico and Central America, calling someone "nariz chata" is a descriptive nickname often said with affection, especially to children. It is more of a playful observation than an insult.

Examples

Le dicen nariz chata de cariño desde que era bebé.

They've called her button nose with affection since she was a baby.

Es imposible no reconocerlo con esa nariz chata tan particular.

You can't miss him with that distinctive flat nose.

Regional synonyms

In Venezuela, to act full of yourself, show off, or put on airs of superiority. Privarse is that attitude of someone who thinks they are above everyone else.