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/Sounds like "keh" (as in "kept") + "DAHR" (as in "dart") + "seh" (as in "set") + "KOHR" (as in "coat") + "toh" (as in "toll")/

Meaning

To fall short of expectations, to do less than what was required or hoped for. Used across Spain and Latin America for that gap between what was needed and what was actually delivered.

Examples

The movie fell short with its ending, it promised so much more.

He fell short in the interview, he needed more preparation.

Regional synonyms

To make someone feel sad or discouraged, to provoke a heaviness in them that drains their motivation and energy. In Mexico, 'aguitarse' refers to that profound sadness that leaves you feeling listless and disinclined to do anything.