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ruca
What does ruca mean?
Your woman — wife or long-term girlfriend. Stronger than 'jaina'; this is the one you've been deep with.
"Gotta check with my ruca before I commit to Vegas, homie."
Origin
Caló, from Spanish 'ruca' meaning an old woman or worn-out thing. In Chicano usage it flipped affectionate — your ruca is your woman, the one you've been with.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'ruca' mean?
In Chicano Caló it means a woman or one's girlfriend/wife, and it can also mean an old woman.
Where does 'ruca' come from?
It's Chicano Caló, the feminine form of 'ruco' meaning old.
How do you use 'ruca'?
Use it to refer to a girlfriend or woman, e.g. 'Mi ruca' (my girl/old lady).
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