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Jan 7, 2019 · 1. 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.
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- Güey. Güey or wey is a Mexican slang word for friend. However, it can also be used to say that someone is dumb, to express surprise or annoyance. So, depending on the context, it means ‘dude’, ‘mate’, ‘pal’, ‘buddy’, ‘guy’, ‘silly’, ‘dumb’ or ‘damn’.
- 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.
- Chido. Chido is the Mexican slang word for ‘cool’ and ‘awesome’. Mexican speakers use this word to describe things and people or as an informal way to agree with something or say ‘thank you’.
- Neta. Neta or la neta is an informal synonym of ‘truth’ or ‘to be honest’. However, we can also use it as an expression to show surprise when someone is saying something to us.
- Guay. Guay is Spanish slang that normally refers to something or someone cool, and can even go as far as amazing. In general, you can use it for anything positive.
- Vale. A commonly used agreement word, similar to “ok” or “alright”. Vale, más tarde voy y te ayudo – Sure, I’ll come by later and help you. Espérame acá, ¿Vale?
- Venga. This one can also work a filler word too, with a translation that could be considered as a more enthusiastic “alright!” , or indeed, a frustrated “come on”
- Hombre. In English, some native speakers use this one in a similar way. The literal translation is “man”, but in Spanish slang, it’s used as a term of endearment to the point where its meaning is used more as an interjection, rather than its literal one.
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May 5, 2024 · Here are a few additional slang words that you might not learn in grammar class: Vale: Alright or OK. Venga: Alright or come on. Chulo/Chula: Cool. Chorrada: Nonsense. Majo/maja: A friendly person. Cutre: Bad quality or cheap. Tapeo: To go out for tapas. Tío/Tía: Used to address friends.
Estar en la luna (absent-minded) Though this Spanish slang term literally means ‘to be at the moon’, we use it to describe someone who is figuratively a million miles away or ‘absent-minded’. If you’re en la luna, it means you are not focused or concentrating at that moment. Usage example: Pero, estáis en la luna hoy.
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Aug 9, 2023 · Meaning: Literally means to whip or lash, but in slang, it can mean to fall hard or crash. Origin: From the Spanish word “azote” meaning “whip” or “lashing.” Usage: “Se azotó con la bici y se hizo daño.” (“He crashed with his bike and got hurt.”) Aguafiestas. Meaning: Party pooper or wet blanket.
