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/Sounds like "tah" (as in "tar") + "KEH" (as in "kept") + "roh" (as in "row")/

Meaning

The person who makes and sells tacos at a street stand or taquería in Mexico. A taquero is a respected figure in Mexican food culture, the one who skillfully handles the grill, chops the meat, and assembles your tacos at lightning speed while managing dozens of orders at once. A good taquero is worth their weight in gold.

Examples

The taco guy on the corner makes the best tacos al pastor.

I told the taco man to put everything on it.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de México
Taco

An informal, quick goodbye borrowed from the Italian "ciao," used mainly in Argentina, Uruguay, and the broader Southern Cone. Breezier than "adios" and warmer than a simple wave. One syllable and you are out.