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bochinche
What does bochinche mean?
In Puerto Rico 'bochinche' means gossip or juicy talk (elsewhere it can mean an uproar).
"No me vengas con bochinche, que no tengo tiempo."
Origin
Puerto Rican Spanish; regional sense of 'bochinche'.
Frequently asked questions
What does bochinche mean in Puerto Rico?
It means gossip or juicy talk about other people's business.
Does bochinche mean the same thing everywhere?
No — in Puerto Rico it means gossip, but elsewhere in Latin America it can mean an uproar or commotion.
What do you call a gossip person from bochinche?
Someone who spreads bochinche is called a 'bochinchero' or 'bochinchera.'
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