Pororó is a slang term used in Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay to refer to popcorn. Examples Spanish: Vamos al cine, no puedo esperar para comer pororó. English: Let's go to the cinema, I can't wait to eat popcorn.

A slang term for a marijuana cigarette or joint. Examples Spanish: El chico estaba fumando un porro en la esquina. English: The boy was smoking a joint at the corner.

Portarse is a verb in Spanish that colloquially means 'to behave' or 'to conduct oneself'. It is often used to refer to someone's behavior, either good or bad. Examples Spanish: Mi madre siempre me dice que me porte bien cuando voy a la escuela. English: My mother always tells me to behave well when I […]

A term used primarily in Argentina to refer to a person who was born or lives in the city of Buenos Aires. Examples Spanish: Los porteños tienen un acento muy distintivo. English: Porteños have a very distinctive accent.

An Argentine slang term used to affirm that something is true, genuine, or real. Examples Spanish: Lo que te conté es posta, no te miento. English: What I told you is true, I'm not lying to you.

This term is not a usual Spanish slang. It seems to be a literal combination of two words 'postre' meaning dessert and 'vigilante' meaning guard or watchman. It does not have a specific slang meaning in Spanish. Examples Spanish: No hay un ejemplo válido ya que 'postre vigilante' no es una expresión comúnmente utilizada en […]

In Spanish slang, 'potro' refers to a young, attractive, and physically fit man. It can also be used ironically, depending on the context. Examples Spanish: Ese chico es un potro, siempre va al gimnasio. English: That guy is a hunk, he always goes to the gym.

In Spanish slang, 'pouch' doesn't have a direct correlation. However, 'bolsa' or 'bolso' is a common term used in Spanish to refer to a bag or purse, and it could be considered the closest term. Examples Spanish: No olvides tu bolso en el coche. English: Don't forget your bag in the car.

In slang context, 'precisar' is used to mean 'to need' or 'to require'. It is often used in casual conversation among native speakers. Examples Spanish: Preciso un café para despertarme por la mañana. English: I need a coffee to wake me up in the morning.

In Spanish slang, 'prolijo' refers to something or someone that is neat, tidy, or meticulous. It can also mean someone who is thorough or detailed in their work. Examples Spanish: Mi madre siempre me dice que sea prolijo con mi trabajo. English: My mother always tells me to be thorough with my work.

In Spanish slang, 'prontuario' refers to a person's criminal record or history. It can also be used to describe someone who is known for negative behavior. Examples Spanish: No debes confiar en él, tiene un largo prontuario de mentiras. English: You shouldn't trust him, he has a long record of lies.

Provoleta is not a slang term, but rather a traditional Argentine dish. It is a type of Argentine provolone cheese that is grilled until it becomes crispy and bubbly, often seasoned with oregano and chili flakes. Examples Spanish: Vamos a preparar una provoleta para la cena de esta noche. English: We are going to prepare […]

A term used to describe a facial expression where the lower lip is protruding, typically used to indicate sadness or sulking. Examples Spanish: Cuando no le compraron el juguete que quería, hizo un puchero. English: When they didn't buy him the toy he wanted, he made a pout.

The act of taking an extra day off work or school, usually a Friday or a Monday, to have an extended weekend due to a holiday falling on the day adjoining the weekend. Examples Spanish: Vamos a hacer puente este fin de semana porque el lunes es festivo. English: We are going to take a […]

An Argentine slang term used to refer to a child or young person. Examples Spanish: El purrete está jugando en el parque. English: The kid is playing in the park.

In Spanish slang, 'quemarse' translates to 'burning oneself out'. It is often used to describe someone who is tired or exhausted from too much work or activity. Examples Spanish: He estado trabajando todo el día y me estoy quemando. English: I've been working all day and I'm burning myself out.

A term of endearment that translates to 'dear' or 'beloved.' It is often used to refer to someone that is loved or cherished. Examples Spanish: Hola querido, ¿cómo estás? English: Hello dear, how are you?

In Argentina, 'quincho' refers to a separate structure or area in a house designed for barbecues or social gatherings. It can also refer to a person who enjoys parties and social events. Examples Spanish: 1. Vamos a hacer el asado en el quincho. 2. Juan es un quincho, siempre está en todas las fiestas. English: […]

In Argentina, 'quinotos' is a slang term used to refer to a small type of citrus fruit, similar to a kumquat. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to small or insignificant matters or things. Examples Spanish: No te preocupes por los quinotos, enfócate en lo que realmente importa. English: Don't worry about the […]

In Spanish slang, 'quinta' is often used to refer to a house, usually a summer or vacation house. Examples Spanish: Vamos a pasar el fin de semana en la quinta de mis padres en el campo. English: We are going to spend the weekend at my parent's country house.

A slang term used primarily in Spain and some parts of Latin America, 'raba' is used to refer to a person's buttocks, similar to 'butt' in English. Examples Spanish: Ella tiene una raba muy grande. English: She has a very big butt.

A taxi service that can be ordered by radio or phone. This term is commonly used in Latin American countries. Examples Spanish: Llamaré a un radiotaxi para que nos lleve al aeropuerto. English: I will call a radiotaxi to take us to the airport.

In Spanish slang, 'rajar' means to talk or gossip about someone behind their back. Examples Spanish: No me gusta cuando la gente empieza a rajar de sus amigos. English: I don't like it when people start talking behind their friends' backs.

In Spanish slang, 'rancho' is often used to refer to a lower-income neighborhood or a place that is not well organized or maintained. It is originally a term for a small rural property or farm. Examples Spanish: No quiero vivir en este rancho, quiero un lugar mejor. English: I don't want to live in this […]

In Spanish slang, 'rasca' refers to low quality or a bad condition. It can also refer to a hangover, particularly in Chilean Spanish. Examples Spanish: 1) Este coche es una rasca, se rompe todo el tiempo. 2) Me desperté con una rasca terrible después de la fiesta de anoche. English: 1) This car is a […]

In Spanish slang, 'rata' is often used to refer to someone who is a thief, a cheater, or a dishonest person. It is similar to calling someone a 'rat' in English. Examples Spanish: No confíes en él, es una rata. English: Don't trust him, he's a rat.

A slang term used in Argentina and Uruguay that refers to skipping school, classes, or any type of obligation. Examples Spanish: No quiero ir a la escuela hoy, me voy a ratear. English: I don't want to go to school today, I'm going to skip.

A shortened version of the word 'rato', typically used in Spain and meaning 'a little while' or 'a moment'. Examples Spanish: Espérame un rati, estoy terminando esto. English: Wait for me a moment, I am finishing this.

In Spanish slang, 'ratón' is used to describe the hangover or the feeling of being unwell after drinking a lot of alcohol. Examples Spanish: Después de la fiesta de anoche, me desperté con un ratón terrible. English: After last night's party, I woke up with a terrible hangover.

In Argentine slang, 'raviol' is used to refer to a single unit of the pasta dish known as 'ravioli'. However, it can also be used metaphorically to refer to a person's head or mind. Examples Spanish: Me voy a comer un raviol. / No le funciona el raviol. English: I'm going to eat a ravioli. […]