Okay kiddo, do you know what a bus is? A colectivo is like a bus, but smaller and sometimes not as fancy. It's a type of public transportation that people use to get around in some countries in Latin America.
A colectivo usually has a driver and a bunch of seats for people to sit in. But instead of stopping at bus stations or predetermined stops, the colectivo driver will usually pick up people wherever they're waiting along the route. This means you might have to wave your arm or shout out where you're going to get the driver's attention.
And since the colectivo is smaller than a big city bus, it can often navigate through smaller streets and neighborhoods more easily. This can make it a convenient and affordable option for people who need to get somewhere but don't have a car or want to spend a lot of money on a taxi.
So, that's what a colectivo is - a type of public transportation that's like a smaller, more flexible bus that picks up passengers along the way.