Mezcal noun An alcoholic spirit, distilled from the agave plant. Barra noun In Campeche state, a baguette sandwich. Ponerse vergas verb Rude version of ponerse trucha. e.g. Its delicious. 2. adj Stoned, or high, specifically through the use of marijuana. e.g. Equivlanet of asshole or prick. Joven, no terminare ese plato, me pone un itacate? (Waiter, I will not finish this meal, could I have it to go?). From the verb Agandallar. i.e. Bonus fact: Selena sings aguas in the beginning of the . Spanish is full of phrases that use the word leche, or milk. Chamba is the Mexican slang word for 'work' or 'job'.. Tengo mucha chamba. To take advantage of someone, or screw someone over. Fichar verb To pay for someone elses bill. A los taxistas, este gasolinazo nos esta dando en la torre (This gas-price hike is badly affecting us taxi drivers.). Echar la mano verb To help someone. a) A bad person, or idiot. chavo What's up, chavo? Most commonly after a large amount of rain has fallen the day before, and he heat of the sun is now evaporating the rainwater, causing high humidity levels. The original piatas are a ball with seven spikes protruding from them, designed to represent the seven deadly sins. To find the perfect or ideal partner. The term has varying connotations, including an affirmation that something is impressive, an agreement with a statement (akin to "okay"), or to signify distress. expression Informal and colloquial way of asking if a person will join you in your plans. Asumakina exclam A more polite way of saying A su madre! Que hueva. (I have to go to Mexico City tomorrow. See other entry for details. I-Latino noun The letter I. Roughly equivalent to a pub, but with a less homely feel. Bara Bara! This uncouth practice has since become synonymous with being a loser.. e.g. noun A bar, or stick, used to block a doorway in the absence of an actual lock. bad, unpleasant, of poor quality, e.g. Te desayunaste payaso hoy? (Youre in a silly mood). Chayote noun Money given (usually by governments or authorities) to journalists in exchange for favourable coverage. Changos! Literally, give it to yourself.. Mandar por un Tubo verb The act of telling an individual to go away. (Be careful!) Me la pelas exclam Rude expression equivalent of Fuck You. e.g. Traer Tenis verb To take somebody by surprise, in whatever context. An Ox (castrated bull). Literally, theres the potato. Also known as Aporreadillo. Godn noun A person who works in an office from 9am to 5pm. (Their excuse makes no sense whatsoever). Meter un calambre verb To give someone a scare. Also Apachurrado. Literally If you dont know God, then youll kneel to any saint. It is then often mixed with beer, to make michelato. The majority of crimes using vehicles committed in Mexicos side of the U.S. border region are done using autos chocolates. (i.e. Un chingo: A lot, many or much, can be used with both countable and uncountable nouns. Well if youve never had the real stuff, youll enjoy any old rubbish). Jacal noun A shack, or rustic living shelter. Chancho noun A pig. Higado noun A person who is very difficult to get along with. Used to distinguish between the letters I and Y, which are pronounced similarly. Used to signify the difference between the letters B and V, which are pronounced similarly. An abbreviation of the phrase por la cola (through the tail/rear end). The Chilangos say its possible, the Provincia says its not. Caparazn noun The hard skin or armour of an animal. It is widely used in Chile. Chonguitos noun The term for crossing ones fingers in the hope of receiving good luck. Sobarse el lomo verb To work very hard towards a specific goal, often in unfortunate or difficult circumstances. C. Cabal - exclam South Mexican and Guatemalan exclamation in the affirmative, as in "exactly!".Equivalent to Ahuevo elsewhere in the country.. Caballito - noun A shot glass.. Cabrn - . 2. exclam Colloquial term used in conversation as an affirmation that a person has understood the point the speaker was trying to make. Apachurrado adj Sad, quiet or pensative mood. Cottoreo noun Light-hearted and amusing conversation. Fresia (disambiguation) Freisa The vast majority wear masks, the removal of which is seen as a great dishonour to their characters, who inspire great devotion and adulation in Mexican culture. CJNG acronym Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacin. Fulana/o noun Nondescript way of referring to a known individual. Aplicar una llave verb A lucha libre wrestling term for putting an opponent - or anyone else for that matter - in a head-lock. Pasar de lanza verb To trick or con someone. Simn exclam Affirmation meaning yes. Poner cuerno verb To cheat sexually on ones partner. A steal. For example: "Hazlo al tiro". A drinking session. Cuete noun A pistol or gun, another way of pronouncing cohete. I keep hearing this word "ese" (also spelled "es" or "se") on TV used when parodying Spanish speakers. Quesillo noun Oaxaca cheese. Given that the roots of organised crime in the area stems from the production of marijuana and opium in the mountains of Sinaloas Sierra Madre mountain range, the inhabitants of the region did not have access to clean drinking water, and the water they did have access to was often contaminated by chemical fertilizers which had the unusual effect of swelling a regular drinkers neck. an armadillo has a caparazn, an oyster does not. Miedo no anda en burro expression Intended to tell someone not to be scared, in that donkeys supposedly are aniamsl which dont feel fear. Trompazo noun A punch in the face, or on the nose. Also Fulana/o de tal. Que hueva ir a trabajar (What a pain to have to go to work). Chongos noun A dessert known as burned milk'. Literally means a twin, but is used often in a fraternal context. Even though Spanish curse words are fun to learn, you aren't going to be able to hold a conversation with them. See Chamba for etymology. Piojo noun A cheeky individual, who seeks to take personal advantage of a situation. e.g. The phrase comes from the historical character La Malinche, an indigenous woman who aided Hernan Cortes in his conquest of Mexico. Pal chesco expression Abbreviated version of Para el Refresco. Que La exclam Used to espress ridicule at an individuals sensitivity, perniciousness or pedantry. A female partner, girlfriend, wife or hanger-on, of a member of the Sinaloa Cartel. Descriptive of a person who appears to be very powerful, rich or elegant; but in reality does not have the resources to back it up, or is hollow. This comes from a bitter tea-like hangover cure sold on the streets of Mexico City in the early 20th Century, which was sold for eight pesos a serving. e.g. So-called because they have run away from Mexico. Palero noun An individual who is quick, or easily convinced, to change their allegiances. Cuira expression Hello in the Raramuri, or Tarahumara language of Chihuahua state. Ya Llovi exclam Signifying that a significant amount of time has passed since the last time an event occurred. Curado de Bigote noun The dregs of a barrel of alcoholic drink. Me toca ir al cocherio maana. Kiosko noun A rural towns main square. For older generations, it is used to describe a Mexican migrant to Mexico City, who moved to the capital from a different part of the country, but today, it is a universal term. e.g. A journalist who accepts such money is known as a chayotero. Pompar, pompeamos, pompeaste, do not exist). Anda chirundo por la casa (He goes around the house butt-naked). Periodicazo noun A damaging or scandalous newspaper story. The Grim Reaper. Pronounced 'Tasosh Ka Ma Tik. Esa putiza no tenia madre (that beating was bloody awful). De Pelos Antiquated description of something which is very good or impressive. e.g. Polcan noun A dish from the Yucatan, consisting of a fried corn dough ball, with is opened and filled with one of a variety of stuffings. e.g. noun A problem or issue, often one without a quick or easy solution. Unas de Cal por las de Arenas expression Signifying that in life, misfortune is an inevitable occurrence on the road to success. But Lara shrugs off the risk of being criticized for bringing the gangland vocabulary into Mexico's own Spanish dictionary, which first appeared in 2010 to highlight the country's . 2. noun A disgraceful thing or act. adj To screw up. Has different forms across the country, but is most commonly in a salt-rimmed glass with lime juice. 9. Ballena Literal Meaning: whale Meaning: liter bottle of beer Vamos a comprar una ballena y jugar domin. Not applicable in the context of tipping a waiter. Share with a friend / Comparte con un amigoWhat does it mean when Dominicans say vaina or qu lo que? Mexicans have a huge vocabulary of swear words, which many are different from Spanish swear words when Spaniards use them. Comes from the Nahuatl word for a tent or makeshift shelter. Panga noun A small fishing boat. A homeless woman who carries her worldly possessions in bags. The Collins Spanish online dictionary offers you: Comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of today's language. Gandalla. es mi Gallo expression referring to something the speaker wants, desires, or is interested in. que peda me eche anoche (I was so drunk last night). Michelada a compound of the phrase Mi Chela Helada (my ice-cold beer), and is a beer flavoured with different condiments. A chulada is a beautiful thing or occurrence. 9. Literally a parachutist. a person who has died their hair colour to blonde. La Guadalupana individual Mexicos patroness saint, the Virgin of Guadalupe. : exclam Fuck it! Since slang is constantly changing, it can be difficult to find definitions of certain terms in a printed dictionary. patear. tower cafe sacramento; galley pirate blox fruits. 2. noun Used to describe a person, and meaning depends entirely on the context. Spanish vocabulary lists available: 100 useful adjectives (A to M) 100 useful adjectives (N to Z) 100 useful adverbs. No mames exclam You cant be serious, or What the fuck?. A rude expression, or curse-word. Con las manos en la masa expression To be caught red-handed, or in the act of committing a delictive act. Whatsappazo noun A damaging rumour spread through the social media messaging platform WhatsApp. Most often found as a suffix on place names. Pido el menudo, para no quedarme con la duda. (Ill order the tripe, so Ive tried it.). Rollo, tener buen expression Of an individual, to be an engaging conversationalist. A very brutal drug cartel founded in the city of Guadalajara. Nahuatl noun The modern form of the Aztec language, spoken by indigenous communities in the Valley of Mexico and Puebla. Spanish Slang Words | Stop talking like you're reading from a Spanish dictionary! Literally Im not a gold coin. Que hubole exclam More informal version of Que hubo. Gorrn noun An individual who is happy to consume, but unwilling to pay their share. Patinada verb The action of mopping ones plate after finishing a meal. Teporocho noun A common alcoholic, or vagrant. A pain in the ass. Chido adj. The meaning of SPIC is used as an insulting and contemptuous term for a Spanish-American person. Also Valer Madre. When a Dominican is seeing someone, but they're not officially boyfriend and girlfriend, this is the term used. Fichn noun An excellent move, or placement of a tile, in the game dominos. They are typically noisy and rowdy places. It is important to recognise that if a young person uses this language, it does not necessarily mean they are being exploited. Dang! So-called after the working class neighborhood of Tepito in Mexico City. This is a glossary intended to inform those who want to know the meanings of common Mexican terms, not to stir up controversy or ill-feeling. It is also used as an intensifier (e.g., I have to go to the puta (fuckin') DMV).. @juuulian9 @kayleeshoe23 I went to get my physical today. Literally: you say tomato, and I make the sauce. tobacco, cannabis, etc. Darn!. Often used in the context of narcotrafficking kingpins. Also, Guey and wey. Coyotito noun A nap. ongos are built specifically to evade the attention of the authorities, and are well-disguised from the outside. V Grande noun The letter B. Thousands of useful phrases, idioms and examples. Ojeto adj Equivalent descriptive version of Ojete, i.e. Explicar con peras y manzanas To explain something in a very basic way, to ensure people understand. Son of a bitch. Chaln noun An employee, most often in the context of physical labour. noun In culinary terms, campechano means a mixture of two main ingredients. Grilla noun A vocal and forthright argument. Pejorative description. Esta tragando camote (Look at this idiot with the green light, but he isnt moving. El tiene mucha lana (He has a lot of money). 2. In Mexican culture, corn is the most delicious and commonly eaten carbohydrate, and maiz prieto means dark-coloured corn. Lucha Libre noun Mexican show-wrestling, similar to WWE-style shows in the USA. Jovenazo noun Term used to describe a virile or energetic young person. Aguanta vara! (Dont be a pussy. To belong to a royal or very rich family. Hocico, Tener Caliente el expression Literally to have a warm snout, this in an expression used to denote a persons stage of enibriation, when after having had a few alcoholic drinks, to have a desire to drink more. Its most commonly eaten in taco form, with coriander, onion and pineapple. i.e. Penultima noun The final beverage of a drinking session, the final drink being the one taken before you die. Literally a grey hair to the wind. Most often used in the negative version, as a complaint. This is not a common term, as it comes more from Central America, but it is widely understood throughout the country. A m, pln. Gandalla noun A selfish or rotten individual. Te mando un whats (Ill send you a WhatsApp message). The puta doctor kept my packet and said I . bueyes nos toc arar, Con esos expression Meaning that a person has no option but to work or collaborate with certain other individuals, even though they may not be apt for the task. adj Descriptive of an individual who is easy-going, happy or relaxed. To eat tacos. noun A very good deal or offer. e.g. e.g. Equivalent of I beg you pardon?. Comal noun The wide hotplate on which tortillas are cooked. El gol de Salah gol era una chulada (Salah scored a beautiful goal). Dos-Tres expression A very chilango way of saying probably, or more likely than not. e.g. Pollero noun A human trafficker who moves groups of undoucmented mgirants across Mexico and into the United States. Audio and video pronunciations. bag of bones Noun. Partir la madre verb To beat the shit out of someone. Bullshit. Often used in terms of business sense. No. It can also be used alongside articles, but is it incorrect to use the determiner (el/la). They are usually extremely colourful characters. A Spanish pronunciation of Gangs. to shoot. Paloma noun A mixed drink containing Tequila, lime juice and grapefruit soda (Squirt or Fresca). Ser la leche. It would be extremely ill-advised to refer to an air hostess in this way. Used in the context of taking a quick decision. noun Slang term equivalent of mate or buddy. la fiesta estaba desangelada (the party was dead). tener lo Huevos llenos expression To be completely fed up, irrritated or annoyed by something or someone. Fresa (slang), slang, socially used in Mexico and some parts of Latin America to describe a cultural stereotype of superficial youngsters Armando Fresa, (1893 - 1957), Italian politician and Civil Engineer Officer; See also. Download Free PDF. An abbreviation of the word compaero. Comes from the word Rey, meaning King. Not great, not terrible. Agazaparse verb To make oneself as small as possible. Literally a dogs paw. Echar al plato verb To have sex with someone; literally to put them on your plate, in the context of the phrase andarse comiendo. Topure noun Indigenous term for rich, red, loamy soil, found particularly in volcanic regions. It will help you get to know new people and learn the basics about them. Equivalent of Snowflake in modern English parlance. Enchilar verb To annoy or anger someone. i.e. Much like a real piata. e.g. Chicano noun A Mexican American, most often second-generation immigrant. Clamato noun A tomato juice-based drink, with seafood flavouring, which is most often mixed with sauces, Bloody Mary style, to make clamato preparado. Online Spanish Slang Dictionary Directory: 70+ Spanish Slang Titles Welcome to our online Spanish Slang Dictionary Directory featuring more than 70 Spanish slang dictionaries available, organized by country. Hes not paying attention.). It comes from the Nahuatl word Alcopili, meaning crown. 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