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Bandera de Colombia

/Sounds like 'TEH-neh KAH-nyah'/

Having strength, intensity, or a lot of energy to do something. In Colombia, 'caña' refers to the drive and power you put into what you do, making it a key factor in achieving success or excellence.

Example

"That boy has a lot of energy for soccer."

"Put more effort into your training."

Regional synonyms:

Persona tonta, cobarde o que toma malas decisiones. Es uno de los insultos más comunes en México y Latinoamérica, pero entre amigos puede usarse con cariño.