Costa Rican Spanish, or “Tiquismos,” has its unique flavor. Essential phrases include “Pura vida” (Pure life) used as a greeting or to express contentment, and “Tuanis” (Cool/Great). A popular saying is “Más tico que el gallo pinto” (More Costa Rican than gallo pinto), referring to something quintessentially Costa Rican. The idiom “Jamar” means to understand or to eat, depending on context.
Essential Costa Rican Phrases, Sayings & Idioms
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