kodigo
kodígo with stress marks
code; cheating notes (colloq)
Usage Note
Kodigo comes from Spanish 'código' and in formal use means a code of law or rules (e.g., kodigo sibil — civil code). In student slang, however, it widely refers to cheat sheets hidden during exams. Both senses are current, so register matters when using or interpreting the word.
Examples
" May kodigo siya sa eksam. "
Natural Translation
He/She has cheat notes in the exam.
Literal Translation
Has cheat-notes he/she at-the exam.
" Nahuli siyang may kodigo sa pagsusulit. "
Natural Translation
He/She was caught with cheat notes during the exam.
Literal Translation
Caught he/she-with having cheat-notes at-the exam.
" Bagaman nagdala siya ng kodigo sa pagsusulit, hindi niya ito nagamit dahil binantayang mabuti sila ng guro. "
Natural Translation
Although he brought cheat notes to the exam, he wasn't able to use them because the teacher watched them closely.
Literal Translation
Although brought he of cheat-notes at-the exam, not he this used because watched well them by-the teacher.
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