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    Nuño (en. Nuno)

    /ˈnuɲo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who looks after or educates a child.
    The nuño was in charge of taking the kids to the park.
    El nuño se encargó de llevar a los niños al parque.
    In some regions, it refers to a priest or religious figure.
    The nuño gave the blessing at the ceremony.
    El nuño dio la bendición en la ceremonia.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'nuncius', which means messenger or announcer.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Sancho's nuño
    An expression used to describe someone who is very devout or dedicated to caring for others.
    nuño de sancho

    Related Words

    tutor
    A person who teaches or educates another, usually a child.
    tutor
    guru
    A person who guides or looks after the interests of others.
    gurú

    Slang Meanings

    In some contexts, it can be used affectionately to refer to a child.
    That nuño is very mischievous.
    Ese nuño es muy travieso.
    It can be used derogatorily to describe someone who is very submissive.
    Don't be a nuño, stand up for your ideas.
    No seas un nuño, defiende tus ideas.