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In today's episode, we're talking about Spanish nicknames. Our guest is Paulísima, a teacher at Spring Languages who is originally from Cancún, Mexico. Paulísima shares some common Spanish nicknames and explains the stories behind them. She'll also discusses some nicknames that are commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries but might be considered inappropriate or offensive in other countries, such as prieto or gordo. In addition, Paulísima shares some tips for how to appropriately use nicknames with friends and family in a Spanish-speaking setting. Join us as we explore the fascinating world of Spanish nicknames with Paulísima!

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