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/Sounds like the English word "no" (same pronunciation) + "PWEHS" + "WOHW"/

Meaning

Mexican sarcastic expression dropped when something is disappointing or underwhelming, pretending to be amazed to highlight the opposite. Pure irony packed into a phrase.

Examples

You took three hours for this? Wow, impressive.

He said he'd help and never showed up. Well, color me surprised.

Regional synonyms

To be stingy, give very little, or skimp on something in Chile and Bolivia. A pichicatero is that person who gives you the absolute minimum and makes you feel like you're asking for too much.