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Home » Words » tener asfalto

tener asfalto

The term 'tener asfalto' is a colloquial Spanish expression used to indicate that a person is street-smart, savvy, or experienced in life. It literally translates to 'having asphalt'.

Examples

  • Spanish: A pesar de su juventud, Juan tiene asfalto y sabe cómo manejar situaciones difíciles.
  • English: Despite his youth, Juan is street-smart and knows how to handle difficult situations.

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