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Caribbean Slang
Tiguere
Used when referring to someone with street smarts in everyday situations.
Literal Meaning
A traditional Caribbean dance characterized by vibrant rhythm and lively movements.
Actual Meaning
Street-smart person - DR
Examples in Context

Ella es una tiguere; nunca deja que la engañen en los negocios.

En la calle, ser un tiguere significa ser astuto y saber mover tus cartas.

Ese chico es un tiguere; siempre sabe cómo conseguir lo que quiere.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Being called a 'tiguere' can be viewed positively, indicating respect for someone's cleverness and resourcefulness.
  • 2Pay attention to the tone and context; while it generally has a positive connotation, it can imply cunningness when used critically.
  • 3Understand that 'tiguere' often reflects a level of street smarts or savvy, particularly in urban environments.
Phrase Thesaurus
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