Puerto Rican Spanish
Chiringa
Used when discussing childhood games or outdoor activities.
Literal Meaning
Kite
Actual Meaning
Flying toy
Examples in Context

Me encanta construir chiringas en la primavera y verlas volar alto.

Los niños están volando una chiringa en el parque hoy.

Cuando hace viento, es el momento perfecto para sacar la chiringa.

Helpful Tips
  • 1A chiringa is commonly used during celebrations or on sunny days, making it a symbol of fun and community.
  • 2If you hear someone talking about chiringas, they might be referring to outdoor playtime; it's a good opportunity to join in.
  • 3In Puerto Rico, it's common to see chiringas flying at festivals, so if you're invited to one, it could be fun to bring or fly one too!
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
kite
toy
wind-driven object
flying device
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