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greña

What does greña mean?

A messy head of hair; 'greñas' are unkempt locks.

"Péinate esa greña antes de salir."

Origin

Spanish 'greña' (tangled hair).

Frequently asked questions

What does 'greña' mean?
It means a messy, tangled mop of hair; the plural 'greñas' refers to unkempt locks.
Is 'greña' an insult?
Not exactly — it's a casual, often teasing way to describe someone's untidy hair.
How do you use 'greña'?
You might tell someone 'péinate esa greña' — 'comb that messy hair' before going out.
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