doso
Part of Speech: adjective
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A regional colloquial term used in parts of Colombia to describe a person who is very brave, bold, or fearless.
Ese man es tan doso que se tiró del acantilado sin pensarlo dos veces.
That guy is so bold that he jumped off the cliff without thinking twice.
Etymology
The term is a colloquial shortening of the Spanish adjective "dostado", derived from the verb "dostar", which historically meant to act with courage or daring in Caribbean Spanish dialects.
Memory Aid
Think of "doso" as sounding like "daring" — both start with a hard 'd' and describe someone who takes bold risks.
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What does doso mean?
doso means: A regional colloquial term used in parts of Colombia to describe a person who is very brave, bold, or fearless.
How do you pronounce doso?
doso: /ˈdoso/
How is doso used in a sentence?
Ese man es tan doso que se tiró del acantilado sin pensarlo dos veces.