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Home » Puerto Rican Spanish Slang Word » Page 27

peso

In Spanish slang, 'peso' is commonly used to refer to money in general. It's also the official currency of several Latin American countries including Mexico, Colombia, and Argentina. Examples Spanish: No tengo suficiente peso para comprar ese coche. English: I don't have enough money to buy that car.

petardo

In Spanish slang, 'petardo' can have several meanings depending on the context. It could be used to refer to a boring or annoying person. It can also be used to refer to a marijuana cigarette. In some contexts, it can also be used to describe something of poor quality. Examples Spanish: 1. No invites a […]

petit pois

This term does not exist in Spanish slang. 'Petit pois' is a French term referring to 'green peas'. It's not associated with any Spanish slang expressions. Examples Spanish: Aunque 'petit pois' no es una frase de argot español, podría usarse en una oración como: 'Voy a preparar una receta francesa con petit pois'. English: Even […]

phillie

The term 'phillie' is not a recognized Spanish slang term. It could be a misspelling or a colloquial term in a particular region, but it's not a widely recognized or used term in the Spanish language. Examples Spanish: No se puede proporcionar un ejemplo porque 'phillie' no es un término reconocido en el argot español. […]

pícalo, gallo

A Chilean slang term used to encourage someone to do something, similar to 'go for it' or 'do it' in English. 'Gallo' is a colloquial term for 'guy' or 'dude'. Examples Spanish: No tengas miedo de preguntarle a esa chica, ¡pícalo, gallo! English: Don't be afraid to ask that girl out, go for it, dude!

picar fuera del hoyo

This phrase is often used to refer to someone who is being unfaithful or cheating in a relationship. Examples Spanish: Se rumorea que Juan está picando fuera del hoyo con una chica del trabajo. English: There's a rumor that Juan is cheating with a girl from work.

pichón

In Spanish slang, 'pichón' is a term often used to refer to someone who is naive or easily fooled. It can also be used to refer to a young or inexperienced person. Examples Spanish: No seas pichón, no todo lo que brilla es oro. English: Don't be naive, not everything that glitters is gold.

picotear

Used informally in Spain to refer to the act of eating small amounts of food, usually from different dishes, similar to snacking or nibbling. Examples Spanish: Vamos a picotear algo antes de la cena. English: Let's nibble on something before dinner.

picúa

In Spanish slang, 'picúa' is mainly used in Venezuela and refers to a person who is tricky, cunning, or sly. It can also describe someone who is smart, clever, or resourceful. Examples Spanish: No confíes en Juan, es muy picúa y siempre encuentra la forma de salirse con la suya. English: Don't trust Juan, he […]

pilón

In Spanish slang, 'pilón' is commonly used in Caribbean countries like Cuba and the Dominican Republic to refer to something extra given for free, similar to a 'bonus' or 'lagniappe'. It can also refer to a small gift or extra amount added as a kind of thank you. Examples Spanish: El vendedor me dio un […]

pinchazo

A colloquial term used to describe a phone call, usually a quick or brief one. Also used to refer to a puncture or prick, typically relating to a needle or sharp object. Examples Spanish: Dame un pinchazo cuando llegues a casa. English: Give me a quick call when you get home.

pintar

In Spanish slang, 'pintar' usually means to seem, appear or to fit in a certain context, or to have importance or relevance in a situation. It's also used to express the action of ignoring someone. Examples Spanish: No pintas nada aquí, mejor vete a casa. English: You don't fit in here, better go home.

pinto

In some Latin American countries, 'pinto' is a slang term used to refer to a young, handsome man. However, it can also mean 'I paint' in literal Spanish translation. Examples Spanish: Ese chico es muy pinto. English: That guy is very handsome.

pipa

In Spanish slang, 'pipa' is often used to refer to 'a long time'. It can also mean 'easy' in certain contexts. Examples Spanish: Hace una pipa que no te veo. Ese examen fue pipa. English: I haven't seen you in a long time. That exam was easy.

pipi

A colloquial term used in Spain referring to a small amount or little bit of something. It is also used as a cute term for penis, often used by children or parents talking to their kids. Examples Spanish: 1. Solo quiero un pipi de agua, no tengo mucha sed. 2. El niño dijo que su […]

pipiolo

A term used in Mexico to refer to someone who is naive or inexperienced, often a young person. Examples Spanish: Eres muy pipiolo, todavía te falta mucho por aprender. English: You are very naive, you still have a lot to learn.

piquita

In Spanish slang, 'piquita' is often used to express a small annoyance, upset, or grudge someone might hold. Examples Spanish: Tiene una piquita conmigo porque no le presté mi coche. English: He's holding a grudge against me because I didn't lend him my car.

piragua

In Puerto Rico, 'piragua' is a slang term for a type of frozen dessert, made from shaved ice and covered with fruit flavored syrup. The name 'piragua' comes from the Spanish words 'pirámide' (pyramid) and 'agua' (water), referring to the shape of the ice. Examples Spanish: Cuando hace calor, me encanta disfrutar de una piragua […]

pisicorre

A colloquial term popular in Spain, used to describe a small or cheap car, often old or in disrepair. Examples Spanish: Mi primer coche fue un pisicorre que apenas podía subir colinas. English: My first car was a pisicorre that could barely climb hills.

pisotear

A slang term that literally means 'to trample' or 'to step on', often used to describe a situation where someone is being disrespected or treated poorly. Examples Spanish: No voy a permitir que nadie me pisotee, tengo que defender mis derechos. English: I'm not going to let anyone trample on me, I have to defend […]

pitillo

A colloquial term for 'cigarette'. It is commonly used in Spain. Examples Spanish: Voy a salir a fumar un pitillo. English: I'm going out to smoke a cigarette.

pitorro

A slang term in Puerto Rico for homemade rum or moonshine, which is distilled from fermented fruits, sugar cane, or other sugar sources. Examples Spanish: Vamos a la fiesta, ahí van a tener pitorro para beber. English: Let's go to the party, they will have pitorro to drink there.

pivazo

The term 'pivazo' is a Spanish slang typically used to refer to a very attractive or good-looking man. Examples Spanish: Ese chico es un pivazo, todas las chicas se mueren por él. English: That guy is a real hunk, all the girls are crazy about him.

planilla

In Spanish slang, 'planilla' generally refers to a list, register, or payroll, but it can also be used informally to refer to a group or team. Examples Spanish: Vamos a ganar el partido, tenemos la mejor planilla. English: We're going to win the match, we have the best team.

plantilla

In Spanish slang, 'plantilla' commonly refers to a group or team, especially in the context of sports. Examples Spanish: La plantilla del equipo de fútbol se está preparando para el gran partido de mañana. English: The football team's squad is getting ready for the big match tomorrow.

plantón

A term used to denote a situation where someone is stood up or left waiting by another person Examples Spanish: María me dio un plantón en el café. No vino a la cita que habíamos planeado. English: Maria stood me up at the cafe. She didn't come to the meeting we had planned.

plástico

In Spanish slang, 'plástico' refers to someone who is fake or not genuine. It can also mean someone who is vain or cares too much about their appearance. Examples Spanish: No me gusta hablar con Juan, siempre me parece muy plástico. English: I don't like talking with Juan, he always seems very fake to me.

platanutre

A term commonly used in Puerto Rico to refer to a snack made from thinly sliced, fried plantains. It's similar to potato chips but made from plantains. Examples Spanish: Vamos a comer unos platanutres mientras vemos la película. English: Let's eat some platanutres while we watch the movie.

plegoste

A Panamanian slang term used to describe a crowded or packed place. Examples Spanish: No puedo moverme en este autobús, está plegoste. English: I can't move on this bus, it's packed.

plenero

A person who plays, sings, or dances to Plena music, a traditional genre in Puerto Rico. Examples Spanish: Mi tío es un plenero famoso en Puerto Rico, siempre lo invitan a tocar en festivales. English: My uncle is a famous plenero in Puerto Rico, he is always invited to play at festivals.

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