Pascuense
Tingo
/TING-go/
The act of gradually stealing all the possessions of a neighbor by borrowing and not returning.
When someone keeps borrowing things and conveniently forgets to return them.
- #dark
- #humor
Americas
From tropical shores to ancient peaks
The Americas blend indigenous wisdom with colonial influences to create unique linguistic expressions. From Brazilian "saudade" to Mexican "sobremesa," these words celebrate community, nature, and the art of living fully in the moment.
Countries in Americas
4 phrases from Americas
Yaghan
Mamihlapinatapai
/mah-mee-lah-pee-nah-tah-PIE/
A look shared between two people, each wishing the other would initiate something they both desire.
That moment of unspoken connection when both people want to act but neither does.
- #connection
- #love
- #melancholy
Indonesian
Jayus
/JAH-yoos/
A joke so poorly told and so unfunny that one cannot help but laugh.
When someone tells a terrible joke but the awkwardness itself becomes funny.
- #connection
- #humor
Spanish
Pura vida
/POO-rah VEE-dah/
Pure life; a philosophy of simple living, positivity, and gratitude for life.
Lit. Pure life
A greeting, farewell, and way of life emphasizing appreciation for simple pleasures.
- #joy
- #nature
- #philosophy