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3 days ago · 2. Pedo. Pedo is one of the most robust Mexican slang words. Its meaning depends on the phrase you use: Echarse un pedo – To fart. Estar pedo – To be drunk. Ponerse pedo – To get drunk. No hay pedo – No biggie / No problem. Ni pedo – It is what it is / Oh well.
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- Pendejo. One of the most used slang words in Mexico is calling someone a ‘pendejo’. While the word ‘pendejo’ literally means ‘pubic hair’ it’s the equivalent of calling someone ‘stupid’ or an ‘asshole’ and can be used in both an endearing way (between friends) or in an offensive way — it all depends on the tone of voice.
- Güey. Güey, sometimes spelled in the way it is pronounced as ‘wey’, means “mate” and is used all the time in Mexican Spanish. For example ‘¿Como vas, wey?’
- Chido & Padre. If you want to say something is cool, use the word ‘chido’. For example, ‘Esa camisa es muy chida‘ means, ‘That shirt is really cool!‘. You can also use the word ‘padre’ to say the same thing.
- Cabrón. While the literal translation of ‘cabrón’ is a male goat, its slang meaning is somewhat ruder. It generally translates to ‘asshole’, ‘fucker’ or ‘bitch’.
- Qué padre! — Cool! This phrase’s literal translation, “How father!” , doesn’t make much sense at all, but it can be understood to mean “cool!” or “awesome!”
- Me vale madre — I don’t care. This phrase is used to say “I don’t care.” It’s not quite a curse, but it can be considered offensive in more formal situations.
- Poca madre — Really cool. Literally translated as “little mother,” this phrase is used to describe something really cool. Once again, this phrase can be considered offensive (and is mostly used among groups of young men).
- Fresa — Preppy. Literally a “strawberry,” a fresa is not something you want to be. Somewhat similar to the word “preppy” in the United States, a fresa is a young person from a wealthy family who’s self-centered, superficial and materialistic.
Oct 10, 2024 · No mames (literally means ‘don’t suck it’) is one of the most ubiquitous Mexican swearwords. From expressing surprise and shock to outrage, no mames loosely translates to ‘no fucking way’ or ‘what the fuck’. If you’re in the presence of elders, the tamer no manches expresses the same sentiment. Oh, and mamadas can mean both ...
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Let us walk you through some of the most popular Spanish slang words and phrases throughout Latin America and Europe. We’ll cover popular Spanish slang for ‘friend’, Spanish slang for ‘cool’, Spanish slang for texting, and more. We will also break down some of the most popular slang per country so that you know what to say next time ...
Aug 9, 2023 · Meaning: To stamp or tap one’s feet, especially when dancing. Origin: From “zapato” which means shoe in Spanish. Usage: “Zapateó con fuerza al ritmo de la música flamenca.” (“She stamped her feet forcefully to the rhythm of the flamenco music.”) Back to Top. That’s it for our list of Spanish slang!
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Mar 19, 2024 · The Vibrant Tapestry of Latino Slang. Spanish slang, much like the diverse cultures it represents, is a constantly evolving tapestry, weaving together influences from indigenous languages, historical events, and even English words. In this section, we’ll explore some key slang terms that are essential to sounding like a local in various ...
