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Home » Mexican Spanish Slang » Page 16

grana

Slang term for money, especially a large amount of money. Examples Spanish: Necesito ganar más grana para pagar mis deudas. English: I need to earn more money to pay off my debts.

guacarear

A Venezuelan slang term that means to vomit or throw up, often used in a casual or informal context. Examples Spanish: Después de la fiesta, Juan comenzó a guacarear por haber bebido demasiado. English: After the party, Juan started to throw up because he had drunk too much.

guajiro

A term originating in Cuba used to refer to farmers, country people or something rustic and unsophisticated. Often used affectionately. Examples Spanish: Mi abuelo es un guajiro que vive en el campo y cultiva sus propios alimentos. English: My grandfather is a guajiro who lives in the countryside and grows his own food.

güero/a

A term used in Mexico and some parts of Latin America to refer to a person with light skin or hair. It is not necessarily derogatory and can be used affectionately. Examples Spanish: ¡Hola, güero! ¿Cómo estás? English: Hello, blondie! How are you?

güeva

A Mexican slang term that can be used to refer to laziness or lack of desire to do something. It can also be used to refer to something that is annoying, a bother or a hassle. Examples Spanish: No quiero ir a la tienda, me da güeva. English: I don't want to go to the […]

güila

In Costa Rican slang, 'güila' is used to refer to a young person, child, or teenager. It can also be used amongst friends in a casual, non-derogatory way. Examples Spanish: Esa güila es mi mejor amiga desde la infancia. English: That young girl has been my best friend since childhood.

hasta la madre

A Mexican slang phrase used to express a range of emotions, from anger to frustration to being fed up. It can also mean being extremely full or exhausted. Examples Spanish: Estoy hasta la madre de tu comportamiento irresponsable. English: I'm fed up with your irresponsible behavior.

helodia

The term 'helodía' is not common Spanish slang. It does not have a recognized meaning in the Spanish language. Please check the spelling or context for potential errors. Examples Spanish: N/A English: N/A

hijo de su pinche madre

This phrase is a strong insult in Spanish, mainly used in Mexico, which literally translates to 'son of his damn mother'. It's often used to express deep frustration or anger towards someone. Examples Spanish: ¡Ese hijo de su pinche madre me robó mi cartera! English: That son of his damn mother stole my wallet!

híjole!

An exclamation of surprise, amazement, or frustration. Similar to 'Oh my gosh!', 'Wow!', or 'Darn!' in English. Examples Spanish: ¡Híjole! No puedo creer que ya es la hora de cerrar. English: Oh my gosh! I can't believe it's already closing time.

hilo papalote!

A Mexican slang phrase primarily used in the northern regions of Mexico. It is used to describe someone who is very thin or skinny. The term directly translates to 'kite thread' in English. Examples Spanish: ¡José es tan delgado, parece un hilo papalote! English: Jose is so skinny, he looks like a kite thread!

hocho

A shortened, informal term for 'coche' which means 'car' in Spanish. Examples Spanish: Vamos a dar una vuelta en mi hocho nuevo. English: Let's go for a ride in my new car.

huerco

In Mexican Spanish slang, 'huerco' is often used to refer to a child or young person. It can be used in a slightly derogatory way, similar to 'brat', but is often used affectionately too. Examples Spanish: ¡Huerco, deja de jugar con la comida! English: Kid, stop playing with your food!

incaíble

A Chilean slang term used to describe a person or situation that is unbelievable, amazing or incredible. Examples Spanish: ¡La fiesta de anoche fue incaíble! English: The party last night was unbelievable!

ir al chile

A phrase used to express the idea of speaking or doing something directly, without beating around the bush or sugar-coating it. Examples Spanish: Vamos a hablar al chile, necesito que cambies tu actitud. English: Let's talk straight, I need you to change your attitude.

jarra

In Spanish slang, 'jarra' refers to a pitcher or jug, often used to refer to a large amount of beer or other alcoholic beverages. Examples Spanish: Vamos a pedir una jarra de cerveza para compartir. English: We are going to order a pitcher of beer to share.

jetear

A slang term derived from the English word 'jet', 'jetear' is often used in Mexico to refer to leaving abruptly or going somewhere quickly. It can also be used to express the notion of escaping or avoiding a situation. Examples Spanish: No me gusta la fiesta, voy a jetear. English: I don't like the party, […]

joto

A derogatory slang term used in Mexican Spanish to refer to a homosexual man. It is considered offensive and disrespectful. Examples Spanish: No quiero que te juntes con ese joto. English: I don't want you hanging out with that gay man.

judío

In its standard meaning, 'judío' translates to 'Jewish' or 'Jew'. However, in some Spanish-speaking regions, it is used colloquially to refer to someone who is stingy or miserly. Please note that this usage can be considered derogatory and offensive. Examples Spanish: No seas judío, comparte tus dulces con tus hermanos. English: Don't be stingy, share […]

lana

In Spanish slang, 'lana' is often used to refer to money. Examples Spanish: No puedo salir esta noche, no tengo lana. English: I can't go out tonight, I don't have money.

levantón

A term generally used in Mexico, 'levantón' refers to an act of abduction or kidnapping, usually related to drug cartels or criminal activities. Examples Spanish: El cartel de la droga hizo un levantón en la ciudad ayer. English: The drug cartel made a 'levantón' in the city yesterday.

lio

In Spanish slang, 'lio' generally refers to a problem, mess, or complicated situation. Examples Spanish: Estoy en un lio con mis exámenes y trabajos finales. English: I'm in a mess with my exams and final assignments.

luz

In standard Spanish, 'luz' means 'light'. However, in Spanish slang, 'luz' can be used to refer to a person's inner light or positive energy. Examples Spanish: Esa chica tiene una luz especial, siempre es tan positiva. English: That girl has a special light, she is always so positive.

machetona

In Spanish slang, 'machetona' is a term used to describe a woman who is tough, strong, or assertive. It can also refer to a woman who is masculine or exhibits traditionally masculine traits. Examples Spanish: Ella es una machetona, siempre toma la iniciativa y no le teme a nada. English: She is a machetona, she […]

macuarro

A term used in Spain, specifically in Madrid, to refer to a student who is in his or her last year of high school. It is also used to refer to someone who is about to face a challenging situation or event. Examples Spanish: Mi hermano es un macuarro, este año se gradúa de la […]

madrazo

A term used in Mexico, Central America and some parts of South America to refer to a heavy blow or hit. It can also be used in a figurative sense to refer to a significant or severe event. Examples Spanish: Ese pelotazo fue un madrazo, casi rompe la ventana. English: That ball hit was a […]

madrina

In Spanish slang, 'madrina' is often used to refer to a godmother or a female individual who is very close to the family and is often given a status similar to a second mother. However, in certain contexts, it can also mean a woman who offers protection or support. Examples Spanish: Ella es mi madrina, […]

madriza

A severe beating or thrashing. It is often used to refer to a physical fight where one person is significantly defeated by the other. Examples Spanish: Si no te callas, te voy a dar una madriza. English: If you don't shut up, I'm going to give you a severe beating.

me cagué

A vulgar term used to express that someone was very scared or surprised. Literally, it means 'I shat myself'. Examples Spanish: Cuando vi la cara del payaso, me cagué del miedo. English: When I saw the clown's face, I was so scared I shat myself.

me castra

A colloquial phrase used to indicate that someone or something is annoying or bothersome. It's a very strong phrase, similar to 'it's driving me crazy' in English. Examples Spanish: ¡Dios mío, este ruido me castra! English: My God, this noise is driving me crazy!

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