General
godinez
What does godinez mean?
A generic office employee, the archetypal salaried corporate worker; often shortened to 'godín'.
"Puro godínez comiendo su tupper en el parque."
Origin
Mexican Spanish, popularized by the comedy sketch show 'La Familia P. Luche' where 'Godínez' was a generic office surname. It became internet shorthand for the corporate office-worker archetype.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'godinez' mean in slang?
It's the Mexican stereotype of a corporate office worker — cubicle, tupperware lunch, ID lanyard. It's used jokingly and often about oneself.
Is 'godinez' an insult?
It's teasing but rarely cruel. Many people proudly call themselves godinez.
Where did the term come from?
From a generic office-worker character surnamed Godínez in Mexican comedy, which spread as a meme.
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