Central American Spanish
Patojo
Used when referring to or addressing a young person in Guatemala.
Literal Meaning
A small duck; a common term for a type of aquatic bird.
Actual Meaning
Young person - Guatemala
Examples in Context

El patojo que juega en el parque es muy energético.

Ayer vi a un patojo en la tienda que me hizo reír.

Mis amigos y yo somos patojos, siempre vamos juntos a la escuela.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Avoid using 'patojo' in formal settings, as it is a colloquial term best suited for casual conversations.
  • 2Context matters: while 'patojo' can indicate age, it can also reflect a person's personality, emphasizing youthfulness or mischief.
  • 3The term can carry a playful or endearing tone, so when used among friends, it often implies camaraderie.
  • 4In Guatemala, 'patojo' is often used affectionately to refer to young people, particularly boys.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
Patojo malo
Güiro
infante
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