/o-HO-ta/
A flat sandal with a simple sole and straps — what most of the world calls flip-flops or thongs. In Argentina and Uruguay, 'ojota' is the footwear of summer, beach days, and running errands. Showing up somewhere nice in ojotas is a social risk.
"Put on some flip-flops and let's head to the waterfront."
"I can't take you to the restaurant if you're wearing flip-flops."
/o-HO-ta/
A flat sandal with a simple sole and straps — what most of the world calls flip-flops or thongs. In Argentina and Uruguay, 'ojota' is the footwear of summer, beach days, and running errands. Showing up somewhere nice in ojotas is a social risk.
"Put on some flip-flops and let's head to the waterfront."
"I can't take you to the restaurant if you're wearing flip-flops."