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    What is the meaning of covacha in Guatemalan Spanish?

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    I don't know in Guatemala, but in Mexico "covacha" means "cueva". Probably it has the same meaning due to Geographical reasons .

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    Thanks Julio!!

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    And in Argentina, if someone lives in a "covacha", he/she is living in a hovel.

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    I found this definition, but it might not be what you're looking for

    Hope it helps though

    Covacha
    Poyo de adobes que en tambos o postas y hospitales sirve de cama nada blanda y menos limpia.


    Truly, my dear young friends, you are a chosen generation. I hope you will never forget it.
    Gordon B. Hinckley

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    La Real Academia de la Lengua Española says:
    1. Cueva pequeña
    2. Vivienda o aposento pobre, incómodo, oscuro, pequeño.

    3. trastero.

    4. perrera (caseta del perro).

    5. Tienda donde se venden comestibles, legumbres, etc.


    One of this should apply to Guatemala...

    I believe is the second one...small, dark, unconmfortable house (or any place for living with those characteristics)

    http://buscon.rae.es/draeI/SrvltCons...3&LEMA=covacha

    if you need more info

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    I'm Guatemalan....covacha means a small poor house. Usually made from mud bricks and hay. Here's an example of a Guatemalan might say.
    "No tengo dinero ni carro, pero mi covachita me mantiene sano"

    "I don't have money or a car, but my little house always keeps me safe"

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