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What does mal de ojo mean?

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mal de ojo

The ill will or negative energy believed to be transmitted by a look, specifically affecting newborns or babies (this curse, known as the evil eye, is often feared to cause sickness if a child is not protected by an amulet).

Put a jet stone charm on that boy so they don't give him mal de ojo.

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mal de ojo

A curse or negative energy directed from one person to another, believed to cause sickness or misfortune (Commonly known as the evil eye, it is a widespread folk belief often involving protection via amulets or red ribbons).

That old woman is a witch, I think she gave me the mal de ojo. / The little girl is catching such strange fevers, friend. Could it be they gave her the mal de ojo?

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