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/Sounds like "BEE" (as in "bee") + "boh" (as in "boat")/

Meaning

In Venezuela, a cunning person who takes advantage of others to get ahead without caring who they step on. A vivo always looks for their own benefit, even at someone else's expense.

Examples

That guy is a con artist, he sells you smoke and walks off with your money.

Don't play dumb with me, I know exactly who you are.

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Regional synonyms

To go unnoticed or keep a low profile in Chile, staying under the radar so nobody pays attention to you. Someone who "pasa piola" moves quietly and avoids being the center of attention.