Seco
[ guatemalan slang ]
adjective
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Definition
A colloquial term used as a nickname or adjective to describe a person who is very thin or skinny.
Examples
- "My friend 'the seco' has always been that way, no matter how much he eats."
- "Juan is very seco; he should eat more."
- "Despite being seco, he is very strong and resilient."
- "The seco easily took the ball away during the match."
Synonyms
Thin Skinny Scrawny
More information
Etymology
In Guatemalan Spanish, seco literally means “dry,” but it is commonly used as a colloquial nickname or adjective to describe someone who is very thin or lean. The term is often used informally among friends and family and is usually not intended as an insult.
Usage
Seco is used to refer to a person with a very slim or skinny build. It can be used as either a descriptive adjective or a nickname, especially in casual conversations.
Additional Examples
- “Ever since I met him, he’s been seco.”
- “The seco finished the race before everyone else.”
- “Although she’s seca, she has a lot of energy.”
- “People call him ‘El Seco’ because of his slim build.”