Word of the Day: Paraculo

Posted on May 2, 2012 by

Today’s word of the day is paraculo. It comes from the words para (parare)- to present, or to appear, and culo- the behind, backside, tush, buns…

Basically it means an opportunist, or anyone who appears one way but is doing it to gain something for himself. It is a person who gets what he wants via devious methods. OK maybe not ‘devious,’ but not straight-arrow ways either. Sneaky sneaky!

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About Zvia Shwirtz

In Rome for 3 years now, and counting, Zvia boasts 'pro level' knowledge of the Roman public transportation system, club/music scene, and where to get a cappuccino after 11 AM without a dirty look. She also can't believe that Italians do not know about Seinfeld.
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2 Responses to Word of the Day: Paraculo

  1. romessecretsupperclub says:
    May 2, 2012 at 1:07 pm

    Great word. Will endeavour to use it by the end of the day!

    http://romessecretsupperclub.wordpress.com/

    Reply

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