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Tío
/TEE-oh/
Dude / Bro
Literal translation
uncle
When to use it
Very common in Spain to refer to a friend or acquaintance in a casual, friendly way. Not used in Latin America.
In conversation
Oye, tío, ¿qué haces este finde?
“Hey, dude, what are you doing this weekend?”