Grotesque and deformed plastic figurines similar to toy soldiers but much larger. There were five Rocoloco characters: Moto (the leader), Bolo, Mocho, and two others. (These were popular collectible toys released in a promotional campaign by the Dominican soda brand Red Rock).
1) Moto (he was the boss) 2) Moto 3) Mocho. They were a Red Rock promotion.
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Large, clunky shoes or boots, typically heavy-duty footwear used for hiking or mountain climbing. (The term literally translates to shit-steppers).
Big boots, old-fashioned shoes.
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A brown rubber sandal or slide worn for lounging at home. The name is a humorous reference to the sound Guay, mama! (Ouch, mom!) that children shout when their parents use the sandal to discipline them. (Boca Chica is a famous local beach).
Juanita, bring me the guaymama, I am taking off my shoes. Put on your guaymama, we are going to Boca Chica. She gave him such a beating with the guaymama that the mark of the sole was left on him.
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A backless sandal or flip-flop for home use. It is culturally recognized as a tool for disciplining children (often used by mothers to hit or swat kids). It is also a vulgar term for a woman with a large or loose vagina.
The chancletas you use for cleaning the house. Kid, I am going to hit you with the chancleta. Look at the chancleta that one has.
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Super comfortable and breathable sandals that you just slide your feet into, typically used for lounging at home or going to the beach. (In the Dominican Republic, this refers specifically to flip-flops or thong sandals).
Put on your calisos, we are heading to the beach.
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