Tití (en. Marmoset)

/tiˈti/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A type of small monkey, typically found in South America.
Titi monkeys are very sociable and live in family groups.
Los titíes son muy sociables y viven en grupos familiares.
A loving term used to refer to a person, usually a child or a loved one.
My titi always gives me candies when I visit her.
Mi títí siempre me da dulces cuando la visito.

Etymology

From the Tupí language, where it means 'small monkey'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

affectionate titi
A term of affection for someone special.
tití cariñoso
to be a titi
To act with innocence or tenderness.
ser un tití
jungle titi
Referring to the titi monkeys that inhabit the jungles.
tití de la selva

Related Words

monkey
A primate generally larger than a titi.
mono
child
A human being in the childhood stage, who can be affectionately called 'titi'.
niño
pet
A domesticated animal that is considered part of the family.
mascota

Slang Meanings

A person who is very loved or appreciated.
You are my titi, you are always there for me.
Eres mi títí, siempre estás allí para mí.
Someone who is mischievous or playful.
That girl is a titi, she is always up to mischief.
Esa niña es una títí, siempre está haciendo travesuras.