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/Sounds like "TWAH" + "nees" (as in "knee")/

Meaning

Something good, cool, awesome, or totally great in Costa Rica. It's THE Costa Rican expression of total approval, reflecting that pura vida attitude, relaxed and always positive about life.

Examples

The party was tuanis, we had a great time.

Tuanis mae! What great news.

An affectionate way to refer to your dad or partner in Argentina, Mexico, and other Latin countries. Calling someone "mi viejo" sounds like you're saying they're ancient, but it's actually pure love and endearment.