Bolivian Spanish word

ir despacio

Meaning: to go slowly / pace yourself

How it is used in Bolivia

At ~4000 m, taking the streets slowly is ordinary local wisdom, not weakness. Potosinos climb the colonial hills 'despacio, con calma' and switch to a taxi without hesitation when the breath is short.

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