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What does «el carajito / la carajita» mean in Dominican Spanish?
el carajito / la carajita
the little kid
| Meaning | the little kid |
|---|---|
| Standard Spanish | el niño pequeño |
| Register | Colloquial |
«Esos carajitos no se están quietos.»
Those kids won't sit still.
Very common and not rude, though it is informal. Used affectionately or in irritation, depending on tone.
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