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/Sounds like "poh" (as in "port") + "SAH" (as in "salsa") + "dah" (as in "dart")/

Meaning

A traditional Mexican Christmas celebration held each of the nine nights before Christmas, reenacting Mary and Joseph's search for shelter. Posadas bring together families and neighbors for piñatas, hot ponche, tamales, and villancicos. One of the most cherished cultural traditions of the Mexican holiday season.

Examples

There's a posada at the neighbors' house tonight, they're going to break the piñata.

Posadas are my favorite time of year, without a doubt.

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Regional synonyms

A Mexican expression of exasperation or surprise said to someone who's going too far or being ridiculous. It's the verbal equivalent of an eye-roll mixed with genuine disbelief.