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bicho
BEE-choh · noun · vulgar
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Puerto Rican Spanish; vulgar sense of standard 'bicho' (bug).
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What does 'bicho' mean in Puerto Rico?
In Puerto Rico it's vulgar slang for the penis, unlike the rest of the Spanish-speaking world where it just means 'bug' or 'insect'.
Why is 'bicho' a 'false friend'?
Because in most Spanish-speaking countries 'bicho' harmlessly means a bug, but in Puerto Rico it's an offensive word for male genitalia.
Is 'bicho' offensive?
In Puerto Rico, yes — it's crude and should be avoided in polite conversation.
Can I safely say 'bicho' elsewhere in Latin America?
Generally yes for 'bug', but be cautious: meanings vary by country, and in Puerto Rico especially it's vulgar.
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