Puchis

[ guatemalan slang ] expression

Definition

Expression of surprise or astonishment, similar to púchica but with a more casual or colloquial tone.

Examples

  • "Puchis! I forgot to bring my keys."
  • "Puchis, I'm running late."
  • "Puchis! Everything is so expensive."

Synonyms

púchica darn shoot

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Usage

Colloquial variant of “púchica,” used with the same intention to express surprise, astonishment, or mild disappointment. It’s a more informal and quicker way of saying the expression.

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