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    Guineo (en. Banana)

    /ɡiˈne.o/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Tropical fruit of the Musaceae family, with sweet pulp, eaten fresh or used in different preparations.
    The guineo is an important source of potassium.
    El guineo es una importante fuente de potasio.
    Banana that is mainly cultivated in tropical climates.
    They sell guineos of different varieties at the market.
    En el mercado venden guineos de diferentes variedades.
    In some Latin American countries, it also refers to ripe plantain.
    I prefer to eat guineos for breakfast.
    Prefiero comer guineos en el desayuno.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'guineo', which comes from the English 'guinea' and probably refers to its origin from Africa.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    there is no guineo that can endure
    Expression that indicates that no situation lasts forever.
    no hay guineo que aguante
    to go like a guineo
    To go quickly or uncontrollably.
    ir como guineo

    Related Words

    banana
    Fruit similar to the guineo, with a sweet flavor and yellow surface.
    banana
    plantain
    Variety of banana that is usually consumed cooked.
    plátano

    Slang Meanings

    Cash money, in some contexts.
    I'm going to bring guineos to buy that new console.
    Voy a llevar guineos para comprar esa nueva consola.
    Refers to a small child or an inexperienced person.
    That guineo knows nothing about life.
    Ese guineo no sabe nada de la vida.