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/Sounds like "tah" (as in "tar") + "MAH" (as in "mark") + "lehs" (as in "let")/

Meaning

Corn dough stuffed with fillings and wrapped in plantain or corn leaves, then steamed. Every country has their own version and everyone swears theirs are the best in the world.

Examples

Today there are tamales de verde and mole tamales.

Oaxacan tamales are the best.

Regional synonyms

In Mexico, an informal way to address a friend, buddy, or close companion. A casual term used when greeting someone you are on good terms with, similar to "bro" or "homie" in feel.