pura candela
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pura candela(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (colloquial) (general) (Caribbean)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
Regionalism used in the Caribbean: Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Puerto Rico
a. firecracker (someone)
Esa niña es pura candela. Deje que sea grande.That girl is a firecracker. Wait until she grows up.
b. the bomb (slang) (something)
A very informal word or phrase used by a particular group or community as a substitute for standard language (e.g., joint, john).
La fiesta de anoche fue pura candela. No llegué a casa hasta las seis de la mañana.Last night's party was the bomb. I didn't get home until six in the morning.
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