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/Sounds like "sah" (as in "salsa") + "PAH" (as in "park") + "toh" (as in "toll")/

Meaning

A shy, timid person who's too embarrassed to act, especially in romantic situations. They freeze up when it's time to make a move and let every opportunity slip away.

Examples

Don't be so shy and go talk to her already.

He's too timid to ask her out, poor guy.

Regional synonyms

To wander the streets without a fixed destination, just to see what is happening or pass the time. In Colombia and Venezuela, callear is the go-to activity when you have no specific plan but staying home is simply not an option.