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Home » Peruvian Slang » Page 15

tumbes

A term used in Peru that refers to the city or region of Tumbes. It is not typically used as a slang in the general Spanish language. Examples Spanish: Voy a visitar Tumbes este fin de semana para disfrutar de sus hermosas playas. English: I am going to visit Tumbes this weekend to enjoy its […]

turrón

In Spanish slang, 'turrón' is often used to refer to a person who is stubborn or hard-headed. It comes from the Spanish word for a type of hard nougat candy, symbolizing someone tough or difficult to deal with. Examples Spanish: No intentes cambiar su opinión, es un turrón. English: Don't try to change his opinion, […]

unas aguas

A phrase used to warn someone of an impending danger or to tell someone to be careful. It is often used in Mexico. Examples Spanish: ¡Unas aguas! Hay una serpiente en el camino. English: Watch out! There's a snake on the path.

vao

A Dominican slang term that means 'let's go' or 'come on'. Used to express enthusiasm or urgency. Examples Spanish: ¡Vao, que llegamos tarde al partido! English: Come on, we're late for the game!

vegetal

In Spanish slang, 'vegetal' is used to refer to a person who is lazy, inactive or sluggish. It is used to describe someone who doesn't do much or doesn't like to move, similar to a plant. Examples Spanish: No seas un vegetal, sal y haz algo productivo. English: Don't be a 'vegetal', go out and […]

villegas

In Spanish slang, 'Villegas' is a colloquial term primarily used in Colombia, which refers to a person who is very lucky or fortunate. It can also be used to describe someone who tends to find themselves in favorable situations by chance rather than skill or effort. Examples Spanish: Carlos siempre gana en el casino, es […]

vinoco

Vinoco is not a recognized Spanish slang term. It appears to be a miscommunication or a typo. Examples Spanish: N/A English: N/A

violín

In Argentine slang, 'violín' is used pejoratively to refer to a person who is a molester or harasser, especially of a sexual nature. Examples Spanish: Ese tipo es un violín, siempre está acosando a las mujeres en el bar. English: That guy is a 'violín', he's always harassing women at the bar.

violinista

In Spanish slang, 'violinista' refers to a person who is always on the sidelines, or someone who is always waiting or left behind. It can also refer to a third person who is feeling left out while his/her two friends are in a romantic relationship. Examples Spanish: Siempre salgo con Juan y su novia, me […]

wawa

In some Latin American countries, 'wawa' is a slang term that refers to a baby or a small child. Examples Spanish: La wawa está durmiendo, así que debemos hablar bajito. English: The baby is sleeping, so we should talk quietly.

won

The term 'won' doesn't have a direct translation or recognized usage in Spanish slang. It could be a typo or misunderstanding of a different term. Examples Spanish: Won no es una palabra reconocida en el argot español. English: 'Won' is not a recognized word in Spanish slang.

ya no sopla

A colloquial phrase meaning 'it's not happening anymore' or 'it's no longer working'. It is typically used to express that a situation or relationship has ended or changed. Examples Spanish: Ella y yo éramos buenos amigos, pero ya no sopla. English: She and I were good friends, but it's not happening anymore.

yauca

In Puerto Rican slang, 'yauca' generally refers to a person who is very lucky or fortunate. Examples Spanish: Juan es un yauca, siempre gana en el casino. English: Juan is a yauca, he always wins at the casino.

yucas

In some Latin American countries, 'yucas' is a slang term for legs or feet. It is often used in a playful or affectionate manner. Examples Spanish: Después de caminar tanto, me duelen las yucas. English: After walking so much, my legs (yucas) hurt.

yunaites

A playful and informal way to refer to the United States. It comes from the English pronunciation of 'United States' but spelled in a Spanish phonetic way. Examples Spanish: Voy a viajar a los yunaites para visitar a mi familia. English: I'm going to travel to the 'yunaites' to visit my family.

yungay

'Yungay' is a very specific slang term from Chile, used to refer to an attractive or good-looking person. Examples Spanish: Mira a ese chico, ¡es un yungay! English: Look at that guy, he's a hottie!

zambrano

The term 'zambrano' is not a recognized Spanish slang. It is commonly a last name in Spanish-speaking countries. Please check the term or its spelling. Examples Spanish: N/A English: N/A

zampado

A colloquial term used to refer to the act of eating quickly or devouring food. Examples Spanish: Me he zampado una hamburguesa en cinco minutos. English: I wolfed down a burger in five minutes.

zampietri

A slang term used in Spain, particularly in Madrid, that refers to a pair of shoes or footwear. Examples Spanish: Voy a comprar unos zampietri nuevos para la fiesta de esta noche. English: I am going to buy some new shoes for tonight's party.

zampón

A person who eats a lot or too much, often used in a playful or teasing manner. Examples Spanish: Mi hermano es un zampón, siempre es el primero en vaciar su plato. English: My brother is a big eater, he's always the first one to empty his plate.

zanahoria

In Spanish slang, 'zanahoria' is used to refer to someone who is boring, bland, or uncool. Examples Spanish: No invites a Juan a la fiesta, es un zanahoria. English: Don't invite Juan to the party, he's a bore.

zapatilla

In Spanish slang, 'zapatilla' typically refers to a sneaker or casual shoe. However, in some regions it can also refer to a slipper. Examples Spanish: Voy a comprar unas zapatillas nuevas para correr. English: I'm going to buy new sneakers for running.

zapatón

A pejorative term used in some Spanish-speaking countries to refer to someone who is clumsy or lacks finesse. Can also refer to someone with big feet. Examples Spanish: Deja de ser tan zapatón y maneja con más cuidado. English: Stop being so clumsy and drive more carefully.

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