covacha

What is the meaning of covacha in Guatemalan Spanish?

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

Thanks Julio!!

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

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.

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

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"