ese
eh-saynoun
Spanish & ChicanoStrongDifficulty 2 of 3: Regional
Definition
A term of address for a man, from Spanish “ese” (that one). In-group among many Latino speakers.
In simple English: A word for a male friend, used in some Latino communities.
Examples
What’s up, ese?
Usage notes
Widely understood and widely loaded. If you are not part of the community, understanding it is safer than using it.
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At a glance
- Track
- Spanish & Chicano
- Region
- Statewide
- Part of speech
- noun