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What does “Carnal” mean?

Bro / brother

Literal translation

Of the flesh

Natural translation

Bro / brother

What it really means

Mexican slang for a close friend — like ‘bro’.

When Spanish speakers use it

Among male friends.

Examples in context

  • Eres mi carnal.
    You’re my bro.

Regional differences

  • Mexico: Warmer than ‘güey’.

Natural replies you can use

Igual, carnalSí, hermano

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