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/Sounds like "teh" (as in "ten") + "NEHR" (as in "net") + "KAH" (as in "car") + "nyah" (as in "Nyan")/

Meaning

In Colombia, to have the energy, drive, and intensity to do something well. "Tener caña" means bringing full commitment and power to what you do, whether it is a sport, a workout, or any effort that demands everything you have got.

Examples

That kid has real drive for soccer.

Put more energy into your training, don't hold back.

Regional synonyms

An affectionate, informal way to refer to your mom. In Argentina and Mexico, "mi vieja" simply means "my mom" with a warm, casual tone. There is no negative edge to it at all.