Derived from the verb 'aguantar', 'aguanta' is a slang term often used to mean 'hold on', 'be patient', 'wait', 'endure' or 'bear with it'. It's a command or suggestion to tolerate or endure a situation or person. Examples Spanish: Aguanta un poco más, ya casi llegamos a casa. English: Hold on a little longer, we're […]

Añalar is a Spanish slang term primarily used in Spain which means to point out or indicate something or someone. Examples Spanish: ¿Ves a esa chica de allí? Te la estoy añalando. English: Do you see that girl over there? I'm pointing her out to you.

A term used in Puerto Rico to refer to a person who is naive or innocent, often in a negative way implying that they are easily fooled or manipulated. Examples Spanish: No seas tan añoñi, ese tipo claramente está tratando de engañarte. English: Don't be so naive, that guy is clearly trying to deceive you.

Ardido is a Mexican slang term that means someone who is upset, bitter, or hurt, usually because of love or jealousy. It can also refer to someone who is offended easily. Examples Spanish: Dejó de hablarle porque se puso muy ardido cuando ella comenzó a salir con otro chico. English: He stopped talking to her […]

In Venezuelan slang, 'arepera' is a colloquial term used for a place, often a small eatery or restaurant, where arepas are sold. Examples Spanish: Vamos a la arepera de la esquina para comer algo rápido. English: Let's go to the arepera on the corner to eat something quick.

A Venezuelan slang term that can have different meanings based on the context. It can express anger, admiration, or excitement. It can also describe someone as tough or hardworking. Examples Spanish: 1. Estoy arrecho porque perdí mi teléfono. 2. Ese tipo es arrecho, trabaja 12 horas al día. 3. ¡Qué arrecho es ese concierto! English: […]

A Mexican slang term used to describe someone who is crazy, wild, or reckless. Examples Spanish: No puedo creer que Juan saltó desde el techo de la casa, ¡es un atarván! English: I can't believe Juan jumped from the roof of the house, he's reckless!

A Colombian slang term often used to describe something that is cool, good or nice. It can also be used to describe someone who is friendly or pleasant. Examples Spanish: Ese concierto estuvo muy bacano. English: That concert was very cool.

A Colombian slang term for 'cigarette'. In some Latin American countries, it can also refer to a joint or marijuana cigarette. Examples Spanish: ¿Me pasas una bareta, por favor? English: Can you pass me a cigarette, please?

A slang term often used in Spain to refer to a bar or a place where people gather to drink and socialize. It can also refer to a joint or a cigarette in some contexts. Examples Spanish: Vamos a ver el partido de fútbol en el bareto de la esquina. English: Let's go watch the […]

In Spanish slang, 'barro' is often used to refer to a strong liking or crush on someone. Examples Spanish: Me hace barro esa chica, es muy bonita. English: I have a crush on that girl, she's very pretty.

A colloquial term often used in some Latin American countries to refer to a silly, foolish or naive person. Examples Spanish: No seas bartolo y presta atención a lo que te estoy diciendo. English: Don't be a fool and pay attention to what I'm telling you.

A Spanish slang term that originates from the English word 'blue jeans' and is used to refer to the act of wearing or buying blue jeans. Examples Spanish: Voy a bluyiniar este fin de semana porque necesito unos jeans nuevos. English: I'm going to bluyiniar this weekend because I need some new jeans.

A colloquial term mainly used in Spain, referring to a pen. It's short for 'bolígrafo'. Examples Spanish: ¿Me puedes prestar un boli? Se me olvidó el mío en casa. English: Can you lend me a pen? I forgot mine at home.

In Spanish slang, 'bollo' is primarily used in Spain and refers to a physically attractive woman. However, in some regions, 'bollo' can also refer to a situation or task that is easy or simple. Examples Spanish: 1. Esa chica es un bollo, todos los chicos la miran. 2. Este examen es un bollo, lo terminaré […]

A term used in Spain, especially in the southern region, to refer to a large, round object or a situation or event that is big, excessive or exaggerated. Examples Spanish: Esa fiesta fue un bollón, había demasiada gente y ruido. English: That party was a 'bollón', there were too many people and noise.

A Cuban slang term for a big mess, chaos or disorder, especially in a context where things are not in their proper place or in a situation that is very confusing. Examples Spanish: No puedo encontrar mis llaves, esta habitación es un bololó. English: I can't find my keys, this room is a mess.

In several Latin American countries, 'bonche' refers to a party or a get-together. It is commonly used in informal contexts. Examples Spanish: Este fin de semana vamos a tener un bonche en mi casa. English: This weekend we are going to have a party at my house.

In Spanish slang, 'burro' is used to refer to someone who is considered to be stubborn or ignorant, similar to the English term 'dumb'. It literally translates to 'donkey'. Examples Spanish: No seas burro, eso no es verdad. English: Don't be dumb, that's not true.

In Spanish slang, 'caja' is used to refer to 'laughter' or 'a funny situation'. It originates from the phrase 'me estoy riendo a carcajadas', which means 'I'm laughing out loud'. Over time, 'carcajadas' was shortened to 'caja'. Examples Spanish: Eso fue una caja, no podía parar de reír. English: That was hilarious, I couldn't stop […]

A playful term used in Spain to refer to a person, especially a woman, who enjoys getting attention or flirting. It can also refer to someone who likes to be pampered or spoiled. Examples Spanish: Ella es una casquillera, siempre está coqueteando con todos los chicos en la fiesta. English: She is a casquillera, always […]

A term used in Spain, particularly in Canary Islands, referring to a long and boring story or talk. Examples Spanish: ¡Deja de contarme esa chácara y ve al grano! English: Stop telling me that boring story and get to the point!

A term used in Mexico, 'Chacarón' is slang referring to a person who is clumsy or awkward. It can also refer to someone who is not very bright or is behaving foolishly. Examples Spanish: No invites a Juan a la fiesta, es un chacarón y siempre rompe algo. English: Don't invite Juan to the party, […]

In Spain, 'charro' or 'charra' is typically used to refer someone from Salamanca, a city in the western part of the country. It's a colloquial term that's somewhat similar to calling a New Yorker a 'New Yorker' in English. In Mexico, 'charro' or 'charra' refers to a traditional horseman or horsewoman, respectively, or the traditional […]

In Central American countries, 'chepa' is a colloquial term often used to refer to the police. Examples Spanish: Corre, viene la chepa. English: Run, the cops are coming.

A term used in some Latin American countries, especially in Peru, to refer to a strong or powerful hit, usually in the context of sports or physical activities. Examples Spanish: El futbolista le dio un chepazo a la pelota y anotó un gol. English: The footballer gave the ball a powerful hit and scored a […]

A term used in Colombia, especially in Bogota, that can mean cool, awesome, or great. It can also be used to refer to an object, person, or situation that is impressive or outstanding. Examples Spanish: Esa fiesta estuvo muy chimba. English: That party was really awesome.

In some Latin American countries, 'chimbada' is a slang term used to refer to a trick, a prank, something done to fool someone, or a difficult situation. Examples Spanish: Me metí en una chimbada por no prestar atención a los detalles. English: I got into a mess by not paying attention to the details.

In some Latin American countries like Colombia, 'chino' is a colloquial term used to refer to a child or a young boy. In other contexts, it can also be a casual way to refer to a person of East Asian descent, although this could be considered offensive in some situations. Examples Spanish: 1. Mira ese […]

A term used in Colombia to refer to prison or jail. Examples Spanish: No quiero terminar en el chirrete por romper la ley. English: I don't want to end up in jail for breaking the law.