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/Sounds like "TEE" (as in "tea") + "noh" (as in "note")/

Meaning

Good judgment, skill, or the right touch when handling a delicate situation. Someone with tino reads the room, chooses the right moment, and acts with exactly the right amount of care and precision.

Examples

You need to be tactful when talking to that man.

He nailed the gift choice, great instincts.

Regional synonyms

In Chile, a young child or kid, also used to call out an adult who acts childishly. It's the most Chilean way to say "little kid" or "brat."