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/Sounds like "NEE" (as in "knee") + "PEE" (as in "pea") + "oh" (as in "oh")/

Meaning

Not saying a single word, complete silence. Used across Spain, Mexico, and Argentina, "sin decir ni pío" describes leaving or acting without making a sound or offering any explanation. It paints a picture of someone who just vanishes without a trace.

Examples

She left without saying a word.

He took all his stuff and disappeared without uttering a single word.

Regional synonyms

In Mexico, the leftover party food that gets reheated and shared the day after a celebration like a posada or baptism. The recalentado is a beloved tradition and often tastes even better than the party itself.