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The meaning of phrases like “no quema, cuh”
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"No quema cuh." If you've heard people using the word "cuh" in public or in songs and videos and wondered what it meant, you've come to the right place. The quick answer is that "cuh" is short for "cousin," but the story doesn't end there. Read on to learn everything you need to know about the word "cuh" and how to use it.
What does "cuh" mean?
"Cuh" is a shortened form of the word "cousin." It's a slang term used primarily by Mexican-American teenagers in Texas and Southern California to refer to close friends. Use it similarly to the way you would use "bro" or "brother."
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Warnings
- While "cuh" doesn't necessarily have an ethnic origin, many people associate it with Mexican-American culture, and particularly with Southern California cholo culture, and could find it offensive if they hear a white person using it.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://knowyourmeme.com/memes/cuh-dey-board
- ↑ https://hbr.org/2019/08/why-filler-words-like-um-and-ah-are-actually-useful
- ↑ https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/what-is-the-edgar-or-cuh-haircut-why-is-it-so-popular-in-the-valley/
- ↑ https://www.valleycentral.com/news/local-news/what-is-the-edgar-or-cuh-haircut-why-is-it-so-popular-in-the-valley/
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