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[QUOTE=Frannie;2185068]I did not answer this originally, because I did not see the point of the question since SubCom lives in the DR and clearly knows the answer, which is obvious, and the meaning of the word is not much different from the English analog "clear", but for anyone whose Spanish is at an earlier stage, the word means, "clear", "clearly", "of course", "yes", "OK", "obviously", "sure", "light-colored", depending on context. Claro is also the name of a local cell phone provider, suggesting that they have a clear signal. Indio claro means a skin color that is in between white and brown. This has nothing to do with India Pale Ale. "Claro que si" is a common expression meaning something like "that is for sure!" Claro can also be used as a filler word that has no particular meaning.

Hope this provides some "clarification".[/QUOTE]Thank you Frannie!

Since it was the word I used in a post, that caused an unusual amount of discussion here, let me say that I used that word in response to a poster who was dismissive of Sosua fans for not having the "ability to communicate with the ladies that you want to fuck".

Given the fact that he asked the forum, what "claro" meant, (perhaps one of the words most frequently used by Dominicanas in conversation), I thought it was funny!

(I guess I should have put a smiley on the end of it!) :)

I made my last run today to prepare for my up coming trip. I got my lube, massage oil, condoms and 2 very good toys. I also visited 5 below for trinkets for the good performers and my long term amigas. Getting the right mix of women takes time. The girls try to set you to be exxclusive with them. Having them understand that you are more a player then a husband is tricky business. If they are happy the sex can be out standing but the reverse is true if the feel slighed. I like my GTE when I can get it and in Sosua that is a challenge.

Greetings and good to all.

Just saw the "attention" block and was saddened to see the Gov't intruding all over the place with peoples lives. We know what happened to the local "lists", but I guess that was not enough. I expect we can look forward to more of this type of thing. Keep the faith and let's work hard at keeping the status quo.

Be back in October, if not sooner, how are things on the ground with the Su? Anyone out there care to respond let it rip. OldKool, sounds like you got it right. Have a blast, YOLO!

[QUOTE=Frannie;2185068]I did not answer this originally, because I did not see the point of the question since SubCom lives in the DR and clearly knows the answer, which is obvious, and the meaning of the word is not much different from the English analog "clear", but for anyone whose Spanish is at an earlier stage, the word means, "clear", "clearly", "of course", "yes", "OK", "obviously", "sure", "light-colored", depending on context. Claro is also the name of a local cell phone provider, suggesting that they have a clear signal. Indio claro means a skin color that is in between white and brown. This has nothing to do with India Pale Ale. "Claro que si" is a common expression meaning something like "that is for sure!" Claro can also be used as a filler word that has no particular meaning.

Hope this provides some "clarification".[/QUOTE]Wow, Frannie! Your pedigree shows in one of the most exhaustive riposte to an almost banal if not tongue in cheek question. I certainly would not have thought of skin color. Claro que no!

[QUOTE=OldKool;2185122]I made my last run today to prepare for my up coming trip. I got my lube, massage oil, condoms and 2 very good toys. I also visited 5 below for trinkets for the good performers and my long term amigas. Getting the right mix of women takes time. The girls try to set you to be exxclusive with them. Having them understand that you are more a player then a husband is tricky business. If they are happy the sex can be out standing but the reverse is true if the feel slighed. I like my GTE when I can get it and in Sosua that is a challenge.[/QUOTE]"amiga con beneficios" friend with benefits. That's my philosophy and I let them know that straight up. Most of the time.

[QUOTE=Tempoecorto;2185229]Wow, Frannie! Your pedigree shows in one of the most exhaustive riposte to an almost banal if not tongue in cheek question. I certainly would not have thought of skin color. Claro que no![/QUOTE]Not to quibble with our esteemed resident linguist, but the word I used had a question mark attached, which changes the whole context and meaning.

It is commonly used at the end of a Dominicana argument to signify a dismissive end of discussion!

Claro?

[QUOTE=Oakie;2185487]Not to quibble with our esteemed resident linguist, but the word I used had a question mark attached, which changes the whole context and meaning.

It is commonly used at the end of a Dominicana argument to signify a dismissive end of discussion!

Claro?[/QUOTE]As always, tone and context are everything, claro?

[QUOTE=Frannie;2185068]The meaning of the word is not much different from the English analog "clear", but for anyone whose Spanish is at an earlier stage, the word means, "clear", "clearly", "of course", "yes", "OK", "obviously", "sure", "light-colored", depending on context. Claro is also the name of a local cell phone provider, suggesting that they have a clear signal. Indio claro means a skin color that is in between white and brown. This has nothing to do with India Pale Ale. "Claro que si" is a common expression meaning something like "that is for sure!" Claro can also be used as a filler word that has no particular meaning.

Hope this provides some "clarification".[/QUOTE]Actually Professor Frannie's answer is one from a true man in the arena. A clear response to a question without criticism with a specific purpose to help others. Those posters with the need to simply make a point should take note. Because I've never heard that particular word used by someone speaking to another person in English. Which is the context of how the word was used in the conversation. Furthermore, given the number of referrals to the original post after he made this particular reference indicates to me he hardly was showing or feeling that it was an issue unworthy of consideration (reference: dismissive). Nor can I be dismissed by the poster or any other person as I'm not in the military service or employment of anyone. I have no problem with anyone that enjoys Sousa. I like the place myself. But you should also able to post negative information about the place or proffer your opinion even if it does not sit well with the Sosua faithful and not be besieged by personal attacks. I prefer to have conversations with individuals using precise language.[/QUOTE]Brother,

I'm glad somebody still has a sense of humor around this place. Your response had me rolling on the floor laughing.

Hooka anyone?

[QUOTE=Frannie;2182570]Word order, my friend. "Mal chica" = naughty girl, "Chica mala" = evil girl...[/QUOTE]I never heard "mal chica" used in Spanish.

[QUOTE=RebelMonger;2186331]I never heard "mal chica" used in Spanish.[/QUOTE]I'm sure you could in the DR; their Spanish sucks.

Having a very good time. Things are slow but enough for a great time. Quality and quantity are weak. That said I am enjoying myself. Two of my old faithfuls. Have given excellent performances. Saw more [url=http://isgprohibitedwords.info?CodeWord=CodeWord902][CodeWord902][/url] girls on the stroll. Most escorted by Europeans. This gives us all a black eye. I know this is not new but the numbers were higher. I 7 years I have never seen so many. Danger

I was trying to plan a trip to Sosua or Punta Cana for last week in June but I heard it is start of hurricane season. Can anyone that lives or spends alot if time in DR tell me if it is ok to go to DR in late June.

[QUOTE=Canada;2186852]I was trying to plan a trip to Sosua or Punta Cana for last week in June but I heard it is start of hurricane season. Can anyone that lives or spends alot if time in DR tell me if it is ok to go to DR in late June.[/QUOTE]Check with the weather services on the averages for June / July. It can rain anytime and usually does. But it will be toasty. I wouldn't worry about it to much. Get an umbrella and keep it moving, the girls do!

Peace,

[QUOTE=Canada;2186852]I was trying to plan a trip to Sosua or Punta Cana for last week in June but I heard it is start of hurricane season. Can anyone that lives or spends alot if time in DR tell me if it is ok to go to DR in late June.[/QUOTE]Impossible to plan ahead for the weather. You have to take pot luck but your odds are good. Even if it is raining in Sosua you will not be greatly inconvenienced. Easy enough to pass your trip under cover if necessary, but it rarely rains that much. I live here and in nine years cannot have had more than five days seriously ruined by rain. Even during the much-publicized hurricanes Irma and Maria last year there were people walking, and kids playing, in the street during the height of the storms.

If you are mainly going for P4P do NOT go to Punta Cana. It is available there but far fewer options. There is a reason why the Sosua Boards here have over 30,000 posts and the Punta Cana board less than 1000.

[QUOTE=Canada;2186852]I was trying to plan a trip to Sosua or Punta Cana for last week in June but I heard it is start of hurricane season. Can anyone that lives or spends alot if time in DR tell me if it is ok to go to DR in late June.[/QUOTE][URL]https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/[/URL] Follow this site; it takes any disturbance at least a week to travel from Africa to Dom Rep. As long as you can pre-plan ahead of time, but book based on clear skies, you are OK. This season may be active. POP is exposed less than PUJ to hurricanes.