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Caribbean Slang
Duro
Used when describing someone's resilience or challenges faced.
Literal Meaning
Having a firm, solid, or unyielding quality; not easily broken or cut
Actual Meaning
Strong or difficult
Examples in Context

That workout was really duro, but I feel accomplished now.

The presentation was duro, but I managed to deliver it well.

The exam was duro; I struggled to complete it on time.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Listen for exaggerated emotions when 'duro' is used; it often signifies more than just toughness and may express resilience or determination.
  • 2Pay attention to the tone and context; 'duro' is often used to emphasize something challenging or intensely experienced.
  • 3In casual conversations, 'duro' can be used humorously to describe something that is simply hard, like a tough day or a difficult task.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
tough
resilient
hard
sturdy
challenging
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