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    Monigotes (en. Puppets)

    /moniˈɡotes/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Doll or figure that can be of a funny or grotesque character.
    The carnival dolls are very colorful and attractive.
    Los monigotes de la feria son muy coloridos y atractivos.
    Ridiculous or unserious people.
    Don't pay attention to him, he's just a fool.
    No le hagas caso, es solo un monigote.
    Characters or figures from a story or popular representation.
    The carnival figures represent various traditions.
    Los monigotes del carnaval representan diversas tradiciones.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish 'monigote', which is related to 'doll' or 'cartoon figure'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make a fool of someone
    To ridicule someone or make them look foolish.
    hacer monigote de alguien
    to get along like dolls
    To live in harmony or in a fun way, often in comedic situations.
    llevarse como monigotes

    Related Words

    doll
    Toy figure resembling a human being.
    muñeco
    puppet
    Figure that moves by means of strings or rods.
    títere
    figure
    Representation in the form of an image.
    figura

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is unserious or ridiculous.
    That guy is a fool, he never speaks seriously.
    Ese tipo es un monigote, nunca habla en serio.
    Comic or exaggerated portrayal.
    That performance was pure nonsense.
    Esa actuación era puro monigote.