Definitions tagged tímido in the street dictionary.
A word taken from Quechua, where it means human being, used to describe a person who lacks social skills or basic manners. (In Bolivia, the term characterizes someone as socially unrefined or uncouth.)
Manuel is a runa: when you invite him to eat, he does not even say thank you.
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A demonym used for someone from the state of Merida (an Andean region in western Venezuela).
Maria is emeritense. / People who are emeritense are very shy.
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A very reserved person or a loner who prefers to have only a few friends.
You are such a KITA, you need to go out more and meet people.
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Feeling embarrassed, ashamed, or bummed out and down in the dumps (the term comes from palta, which is the word for avocado in Peru).
Mario is feeling PALTEADO because Irma shot him down.
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A shy or fearful person, a wimp or someone who lacks guts.
Dario is a palomin.
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To show off, flex, or brag by exaggerating one's status or accomplishments to impress others. (The term likens a braggart to a ghost, implying their claims lack solid substance).
Luis dresses well, but he is too fantasmoso.
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A person who is easily fooled, gullible, or naive. It also refers to someone who is timid, lacks confidence, or is too soft (in Dominican culture, this is the opposite of being street-smart).
That guy's wife left him yesterday afternoon for being a Palomo.
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A slang term for a man who is too shy, hesitant, or soft to make a move on someone he likes. (In the Dominican Republic, the word suggests a lack of the boldness or confidence expected in romantic pursuits).
You are a Palomo! Don't be a Palomo, go for her!
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Shy, antisocial, or surly. It refers to someone who is unsociable or avoids interacting with others.
That guy is an alsao.
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Used to describe a guy who is scatterbrained, timid, or a complete idiot.
Alejandro is a guevón.
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