A phrase used to indicate that money can make a person more attractive, equivalent to the English saying 'money talks'. Examples Spanish: Juan no es muy atractivo, pero su billetera mata galán. English: Juan is not very attractive, but his wallet makes him a ladies' man.
birome
A term used in Argentina for a ballpoint pen Examples Spanish: Necesito una birome para apuntar esto. English: I need a ballpoint pen to write this down.
birra
Slang term for beer, commonly used in Spain and Latin American countries Examples Spanish: Vamos a tomar una birra después del trabajo. English: Let's have a beer after work.
blef
A term used in Argentina, 'blef' refers to a bluff, lie or deception. It is often used when someone is pretending or exaggerating about something. Examples Spanish: No le creas a Juan, todo lo que dice es puro blef. English: Don't believe Juan, everything he says is pure bluff.
blúmer
A term used in some Latin American countries to refer to underwear, specifically men's underwear or briefs. Examples Spanish: Se me olvidó empacar mis blúmers para el viaje. English: I forgot to pack my underwear for the trip.
bocasucia
A Spanish slang term literally translating to 'dirty mouth'. It is used to describe someone who uses foul language excessively, speaks rudely or spreads gossip. Examples Spanish: No quiero que te juntes con ese bocasucia, siempre está hablando mal de los demás. English: I don't want you to hang out with that foul-mouthed person, he's […]
bocha
In Argentina, 'bocha' is a slang term that can mean 'a lot' or 'many'. It can also refer to the sport Bocce. Examples Spanish: Tengo una bocha de tareas para hacer hoy. English: I have a ton of tasks to do today.
bochinche
A term used in various Latin American countries referring to gossip, rumor, disorder, or a commotion. Examples Spanish: ¡Deja de hacer bochinche y ponte a trabajar! English: Stop causing a commotion and get to work!
bocho
In Mexico, 'bocho' is a slang term used to refer to a Volkswagen Beetle. It can also refer to someone who is considered to be smart or intelligent. Examples Spanish: 1. Mi vecino tiene un bocho verde. 2. Mi hermano siempre ha sido el bocho de la familia. English: 1. My neighbor has a green […]
bocina
In Spanish slang, 'bocina' is commonly used to refer to a loudspeaker or a horn. In some Latin American countries, it can also mean a mobile or cell phone. Examples Spanish: Pon la música más alta en la bocina, quiero bailar. English: Turn up the music on the speaker, I want to dance.
bocón
A person who talks too much or boasts a lot, often without delivering on their promises. Can also refer to someone with a big mouth literally. Examples Spanish: No le hagas caso a Juan, es un bocón y siempre dice cosas que no puede cumplir. English: Don't pay attention to Juan, he's a big mouth […]
bodegón
In Spanish slang, 'bodegón' typically refers to a small, local store or a traditional restaurant or tavern. Examples Spanish: Vamos a comer a ese bodegón que tiene platos muy auténticos. English: Let's eat at that bodegón that has very authentic dishes.
bofe
A pejorative term used in Spain to refer to a person who is considered unattractive or lacking in physical appeal. In certain Latin American countries, it can also be used to refer to the police. Examples Spanish: 1. No me gusta ese chico, es un bofe. 2. ¡Cuidado, ahí viene el bofe! English: 1. I […]
boga
In Spanish slang, 'boga' is often used to describe someone who is cool, impressive, or very skilled at something. Examples Spanish: Mi hermano es una boga en el fútbol. English: My brother is a whiz at football.
bolacear
A slang term mainly used in Argentina and Uruguay, meaning to lie, deceive, or make up stories. Examples Spanish: No me bolacees, sé que no hiciste la tarea. English: Don't lie to me, I know you didn't do the homework.
bolacero
A person who tends to exaggerate or lie a lot; a fibber, a bullshitter. Examples Spanish: No le hagas caso a Juan, es un bolacero que siempre exagera las cosas. English: Don't listen to Juan, he's a fibber who always exaggerates things.
bolas
In Spanish slang, 'bolas' is often used to refer to lies or nonsense. It can also refer to courage or bravery in some contexts. Examples Spanish: Deja de decir bolas, sabemos que no es la verdad. English: Stop telling bolas, we know it's not the truth.
bolas tristes
An expression used to describe a state of sadness or depression. Literally translates to 'sad balls', but it's more like saying 'feeling really down' in English. Examples Spanish: Estoy con bolas tristes porque mi equipo perdió el partido. English: I'm feeling really down because my team lost the match.
bolazo
In Spanish slang, 'bolazo' usually refers to a big lie or tall tale. It's often used when someone exaggerates a story or event. Examples Spanish: No te creo nada, eso suena como un bolazo. English: I don't believe you at all, that sounds like a big lie.
boleado
In Mexican slang, 'boleado' refers to someone who is tricked, fooled or deceived. It can also refer to a situation where someone is ignored or left out. Examples Spanish: Juan me tiene totalmente boleado, nunca me invita a sus reuniones. English: Juan has me completely left out, he never invites me to his meetings.
boliche
In Argentina, 'boliche' is slang for a nightclub or a bar. In other regions of Latin America, it can also refer to a small store or shop. Examples Spanish: Vamos a bailar en el boliche esta noche. English: We are going to dance at the nightclub tonight.
Bolitas
In Spanish slang, 'Bolitas' is often used to refer to small things or objects. It can also be used affectionately to refer to someone small or cute. Examples Spanish: Mi hermana es una bolita, es muy pequeña y adorable. English: My sister is a little ball, she is very small and adorable.
bolu
Bolu is an Argentine slang term used to refer to a person in a playful or teasing manner. It derives from 'boludo', which is typically used to call someone a fool or an idiot. However, its meaning can change depending on context, sometimes being used affectionately between friends. Examples Spanish: ¡Che, bolu, vení acá! English: […]
boludear
A colloquial term used in Argentina that can mean either to mess around, to waste time, or to fool someone. Examples Spanish: No tengo tiempo para boludear, tengo que terminar este trabajo. English: I don't have time to mess around, I have to finish this job.
boludez
A term used in Argentina and Uruguay, 'boludez' refers to something stupid, nonsense or irrelevant. It can also refer to a minor mistake or blunder. Examples Spanish: No hagas boludeces, por favor. English: Please do not do stupid things.
boludo
An Argentine slang term that is usually used in a friendly manner to call someone a fool or idiot. However, it can be offensive if used seriously or towards a stranger. Examples Spanish: ¡Che, boludo, te olvidaste las llaves en casa! English: Hey, you fool, you forgot your keys at home!
bombacha
In some Spanish-speaking countries like Argentina and Uruguay, 'bombacha' is a slang term used to refer to pants or trousers. It can also refer to women's underwear in certain contexts. Examples Spanish: Voy a ponerme mis bombachas favoritas para la fiesta de esta noche. English: I'm going to wear my favorite trousers to the party […]
bombear
In Spanish slang, 'bombear' typically means to show off or flaunt something excessively. Examples Spanish: No puede parar de bombear su nuevo coche por todo el barrio. English: He can't stop showing off his new car all over the neighborhood.
bombilla
In Spanish common language, 'bombilla' refers to a 'light bulb'. However, in some Spanish-speaking regions like Argentina, 'bombilla' is also a slang term for a special metal straw used to drink mate, a traditional South American caffeine-rich infused drink. Examples Spanish: 1. Necesito cambiar la bombilla de esta lámpara. 2. ¿Dónde dejaste la bombilla del […]
bombita
A term often used in Argentina, which could refer to a small bomb, a firecracker, or a cute way to compliment someone by calling them attractive or hot. Examples Spanish: ¡Guau, mira a esa chica, es una bombita! English: Wow, look at that girl, she's a bombshell!