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South American Spanish
Afano
Used when discussing theft or rushing in everyday Argentine scenarios.
Literal Meaning
To move quickly; to hurry
Actual Meaning
To rob or hurry - Argentina
Examples in Context

Estaba tan afano en la reunión que olvidé responder a la pregunta.

¡No seas afano con la comida! Deja un poco para los demás en la fiesta.

No quiero afano tu tiempo, pero ¿puedes ayudarme con esto rápidamente?

Helpful Tips
  • 1Pay attention to the tone and context — 'afano' can be playful among friends but may sound rude in a formal setting.
  • 2Use 'afano' when discussing food or sharing time, as it often implies rushing or being inconsiderate of others.
  • 3If someone says 'no seas afano', they might be asking you to slow down or be more thoughtful about others.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
to steal
to swipe
to loot
to pilfer
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