General
valedor
What does valedor mean?
A trusted friend or buddy, someone who has your back; often shortened to 'vale'.
"Mi valedor siempre está cuando lo necesito."
Origin
From 'valer' (to be worth); one who is worth trusting.
Frequently asked questions
What does valedor mean?
Valedor is Mexican slang for a trusted friend or buddy who has your back; it's often shortened to 'vale'.
Where does valedor come from?
It derives from the verb 'valer' (to be worth), pointing to someone who is worth trusting.
Is valedor still used?
It's somewhat old-school Mexican street slang but still understood and used, especially the short form 'vale'.
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