Words and definitions Abraham has contributed to the street dictionary.
A guy, boy, or young man. It is the reversed form of pelao, a common Panamanian word for kid or dude. This style of speaking, where syllables are flipped, originated in the Afro-Panamanian Congo culture of Colon province (specifically from the town of Portobelo) and has since spread nationwide across all social classes. Younger generations also use shorter variations like lapé.
Hey, what is up with that laopé?
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A music genre coined by Panamanians and popularized by Puerto Ricans. Spanish-language reggae originated in Panama, primarily in the city of Colón (popularly known as the Town), so Reggaetón originally referred specifically to reggae from that city. When Panamanian artists, often described as maleantes (people from the hood with a specific street style, not necessarily criminals), brought the music to Puerto Rico, locals added instruments like the güira and tambora and kept the name. Conversely, Panamanians use the word Plena (originally a specific Puerto Rican rhythm) to refer to any good dance music or Panamanian reggae.
They were playing nothing but plena at the party. That kid listens to nothing but regue town.
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