A term used in Latin America referring to something overly sentimental or sweet, often used to describe a person or situation. Also, in some countries, it refers to a type of candy or sweet.
Examples
- Spanish: 1) Esta película es una melcocha, me hizo llorar. 2) Compré una melcocha en la tienda para mi hijo.
- English: 1) This movie is so sappy, it made me cry. 2) I bought a candy at the store for my son.