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/Sounds like "rahs" (as in "rapper") + "PAH" (as in "park") + "doh" (as in "door")/

Meaning

Shaved ice topped with brightly colored flavored syrups sold on the street, a refreshing lifesaver during scorching Latin American summers. The raspado cart is a childhood memory for millions.

Examples

Buy me a raspado, this heat is killing me.

The mango raspado from the street vendor is the best thing ever.

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Regional synonyms

A casual street greeting used by young Ecuadorians, equivalent to "what's up, man." It's a confident, friendly way to open a conversation with someone you know well.