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radio bemba
What does radio bemba mean?
The grapevine — how gossip and unofficial news spread by word of mouth. Literally 'big-lipped radio'.
"Me enteré por radio bemba de que se mudaron."
Origin
Cuban Spanish; 'bemba' (big lips) + 'radio'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'radio bemba' mean?
It's the Cuban term for the rumor mill or grapevine — how news and gossip spread by word of mouth.
Why is it called 'radio bemba'?
It literally means 'big-lipped radio,' since 'bemba' refers to big lips — a playful nod to people spreading news by mouth.
How do you use 'radio bemba'?
You'd say you found something out 'por radio bemba,' meaning you heard it through the grapevine.
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