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/Sounds like "YOO" (as in "you") + "kah" (as in "car")/

Meaning

In El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala, a difficult or complicated situation that is hard to solve. When something is "yuca," it is a real tough spot.

Examples

The exam is rough, you better study.

Things are tough right now, there's no money for anything.

Regional synonyms

Change, coins, or small bills in Mexico and other Latin American countries. It's the small money you need for buses, tips, and street vendors who never have change for large bills.