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Home » Words » mata burro

mata burro

A term commonly used in Latin American countries, especially in Venezuela and Colombia, to refer to the front bumper or grille guard installed in vehicles, typically large ones like trucks and SUVs. It is designed to protect the vehicle from damage, especially in rural areas.

Examples

  • Spanish: Voy a instalar un mata burro en mi camioneta para protegerla durante los viajes al campo.
  • English: I'm going to install a grille guard on my truck to protect it during trips to the countryside.

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