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/Sounds like "tah" (as in "tar") + "rahm" (as in "rapper") + "BAH" (as in "bar") + "nah" (as in "nacho")/

Meaning

In Spain, a scatterbrained, unreliable, and irresponsible person who does whatever they feel like without thinking about consequences. The tone sits between reproach and resignation.

Examples

He's such a tarambana - he spent his whole paycheck in a week.

Don't rely on that tarambana for anything serious.

Regional synonyms

A traditional wooden cup-and-ball toy from Central America where the goal is to toss the ball and land it in the cup on a stick. Mastering it takes real patience and hand-eye coordination, and it is one of the most cherished childhood games across the region.