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Home » Mexican Spanish Slang Word » Page 10

mentada

A term generally used to refer to an insult or disrespectful comment targeted at someone. Examples Spanish: No voy a tolerar ni una mentada de tu parte. English: I'm not going to tolerate a single insult from you.

merolicos

A Colombian slang term referring to street vendors who sell a variety of items, often in an informal or spontaneous manner. Examples Spanish: Los merolicos en el centro de la ciudad siempre tienen algo interesante para vender. English: The street vendors in the city center always have something interesting to sell.

mis huevos

This is an informal and vulgar Spanish slang that literally means 'my eggs', but it is commonly used to refer to 'my testicles'. It is often used to express disbelief, denial or disagreement. Examples Spanish: ¿Que voy a trabajar el fin de semana? ¡Mis huevos! English: Am I going to work on the weekend? My […]

mordelón

A playful term used to describe someone who likes to bite, usually in a romantic or affectionate context. Examples Spanish: Mi novio es un mordelón, siempre me está mordiendo el hombro cuando nos abrazamos. English: My boyfriend is such a biter, he's always biting my shoulder when we hug.

morro

In Mexican slang, 'morro' is a colloquial term used to refer to a young boy or young man. It's often used in a friendly or informal context. Examples Spanish: Ese morro siempre está jugando fútbol en el parque. English: That young guy is always playing soccer in the park.

ñetas

The term 'ñetas' is predominantly Puerto Rican slang that primarily refers to the Puerto Rican gang, La Asociación Ñetas. However, in a broader context, it can also be used to express disbelief, surprise, or frustration. Examples Spanish: ¡No puedo creer que llegaste tarde otra vez, ñetas! English: I can't believe you're late again, for goodness' […]

nortearse

A slang term used in some Latin American countries, particularly Mexico, that refers to getting confused, disoriented or lost. Examples Spanish: Me norteé y terminé en el otro lado de la ciudad. English: I got disoriented and ended up on the other side of the city.

pachanga

A lively party or festive celebration with music and dancing. It can also refer to a style of music. Examples Spanish: Vamos a tener una pachanga en casa este fin de semana. English: We're going to have a lively party at our house this weekend.

pachita

A term used colloquially in some regions to refer to a bottle of alcohol, typically tequila or mezcal. Examples Spanish: Vamos a comprar una pachita para la fiesta de esta noche. English: Let's buy a bottle of alcohol for tonight's party.

palomilla

In Spanish slang, 'palomilla' typically refers to a group of friends or kids. It's especially used in Cuba and Mexico. Examples Spanish: La palomilla se reunió en el parque para jugar al fútbol. English: The group of friends met in the park to play soccer.

panel

In Spanish slang, 'panel' doesn't have a specific meaning. It's possible that it's a regional or very localized slang term, but generally, 'panel' literally translates to 'panel' in English, commonly used in the context of a discussion or control panel. Examples Spanish: El panel de discusión fue muy interesante. English: The discussion panel was very […]

panocha

In Spain, 'panocha' refers to an ear of corn. However, in Mexico, it's slang for female genitalia. It's important to use this word with care due to its different meanings across Spanish-speaking regions. Examples Spanish: 1. (Spain) Me gusta comer la panocha con mantequilla y sal. 2. (Mexico) No es apropiado usar la palabra 'panocha' […]

paro

In Spanish slang, 'paro' is often used to refer to unemployment. It can also mean a favor or help provided by someone. Examples Spanish: 1. Debido al paro, muchas personas están buscando trabajo. 2. ¿Me puedes hacer un paro y cuidar a mi perro este fin de semana? English: 1. Due to unemployment, many people […]

pecera

In Spanish slang, 'pecera' literally translates to 'fish tank'. However, it is commonly used to refer to a small room or a confined space. It can also refer to a public transport window or the glassed area in an office. Examples Spanish: Estuve trabajando todo el día en la pecera y casi me asfixio. English: […]

peda

A Mexican slang term used to refer to an intense drinking spree or party where a lot of alcohol is consumed. Examples Spanish: Vamos a hacer una peda este fin de semana. English: We're going to have a major drinking spree this weekend.

pedero

In Spanish slang, 'pedero' is an offensive term used to refer to a person who frequently passes gas. Examples Spanish: ¡No quiero compartir el coche con Juan, es un pedero! English: I don't want to share the car with Juan, he farts a lot!

pedote

A Mexican slang term used to describe a big problem or a huge party. The context determines which meaning is implied. Examples Spanish: 1. Me metí en un pedote con mi jefe. 2. La fiesta de anoche fue un pedote. English: 1. I got into a big problem with my boss. 2. Last night's party […]

peine

In Spanish slang, 'peine' is a term commonly used in some Latin American countries to refer to a magazine clip for a gun. Examples Spanish: Necesito un peine nuevo para mi pistola. English: I need a new magazine clip for my gun.

pelao

In various Latin American countries, 'pelao' is a slang term often used to refer to a young boy or young man. In some contexts, it can also mean someone who is naive or inexperienced. Examples Spanish: El pelao está aprendiendo a jugar al fútbol. English: The young boy is learning to play soccer.

pelar gallo

To leave or escape quickly, often to avoid an uncomfortable situation Examples Spanish: Cuando comenzó la pelea en la fiesta, decidí pelar gallo. English: When the fight started at the party, I decided to make a quick exit.

pendejear

A verb used in Mexico and some other Latin American countries to describe wasting time, goofing off, or doing pointless things. Examples Spanish: Deja de pendejear y ponte a trabajar. English: Stop wasting time and get to work.

perengano

An informal term used to refer to a thing or object whose name is not remembered or not known. Examples Spanish: Pásame ese perengano de ahí, no recuerdo cómo se llama. English: Pass me that thing over there, I don't remember what it's called.

persinado

A Dominican slang term used to describe a person who is extremely nervous, scared or frightened. Examples Spanish: Cuando el perro se le acercó, se puso persinado. English: When the dog approached him, he became extremely scared.

picudear

A slang term primarily used in Honduras, 'picudear' refers to the act of showing off or boasting about something, often to the point of exaggeration. Examples Spanish: Juan siempre está picudeando sobre su nuevo coche. English: Juan is always showing off about his new car.

piñar

A colloquial term mainly used in Spain and Argentina that means 'to hit', 'punch' or 'crash'. It can refer to a physical fight or a car accident. Examples Spanish: Iba demasiado rápido con el coche y terminé por piñar contra un árbol. English: I was driving too fast and ended up crashing into a tree.

pincel

In Spanish slang, 'pincel' is a term used to refer to a person who is stylish, smart or attractive. It is often used in a playful or sarcastic manner. Examples Spanish: Mira a Juan, siempre se viste como un pincel para impresionar a las chicas. English: Look at Juan, he always dresses up like a […]

pinchurriento

This is a term used in some Latin American countries to describe something of poor quality, shabby, or rundown. Examples Spanish: No quiero ese coche pinchurriento, prefiero uno nuevo. English: I don't want that shabby car, I prefer a new one.

pirata

In Spanish slang, 'pirata' is often used to describe something or someone that is fake, counterfeit, or not original. It can also be used colloquially to refer to a person who is tricky, sneaky or unreliable. In some contexts, it's used to refer to taxi drivers or buses that operate without a proper license. Examples […]

pistear

A Mexican slang term that means 'to drink alcohol' or 'to go out drinking'. It is often used in social contexts. Examples Spanish: Este fin de semana vamos a pistear con los amigos. English: This weekend we are going to drink with friends.

pisto

In some Central American countries like Guatemala and Honduras, 'pisto' is a slang term for 'money'. Examples Spanish: No puedo salir contigo hoy, no tengo pisto. English: I can't go out with you today, I don't have money.

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