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buscar bulla

A phrase used to describe someone who is looking for trouble or provoking a situation, often used in a negative context. Examples Spanish: No vengas a buscar bulla aquí, no estamos para peleas. English: Don't come here to look for trouble, we are not here for fights.

buscar cizañas

To instigate trouble, provoke discord or stir up problems unnecessarily. Examples Spanish: No me gusta cuando Juan viene a buscar cizañas entre nosotros. English: I don't like it when Juan comes to stir up trouble between us.

buscón

In Spanish slang, 'buscón' is often used to describe a person who is always looking for opportunities to take advantage of situations. It is often used to refer to a cunning or sly individual. Examples Spanish: No confíes en él, es un buscón que solo quiere aprovecharse de tu éxito. English: Don't trust him, he […]

búster

A term used in some Latin American countries, primarily in Peru, to describe someone who is clumsy, makes mistakes frequently, or is a bit foolish. Examples Spanish: No seas búster, tienes que prestar más atención a lo que haces. English: Don't be a búster, you need to pay more attention to what you're doing.

caballo

In Spanish slang, 'caballo' literally translates as 'horse', but it can also be used as a term to refer to heroin. Examples Spanish: El caballo es una droga muy peligrosa. English: Heroin is a very dangerous drug.

cabezudo

In Spanish slang, 'cabezudo' is often used to describe someone who is stubborn, headstrong, or obstinate. It literally translates to 'big-headed'. Examples Spanish: No intentes convencer a Juan, es un cabezudo y no cambiará de opinión. English: Don't try to convince Juan, he is stubborn and won't change his mind.

cabrúfalo

A playful and humorous term used in some Spanish-speaking regions to refer to a person who is clumsy or awkward. Examples Spanish: ¡No seas cabrúfalo y ten cuidado al manejar esos platos! English: Don't be a cabrúfalo and be careful when handling those plates!

cachapera

In some regions of Venezuela, 'cachapera' is a colloquial term used to refer to a woman who makes 'cachapas', a traditional Venezuelan dish. However, the term may have different meanings in different regions and can sometimes carry a negative or derogatory connotation. Examples Spanish: Mi abuela es la mejor cachapera del pueblo, todos aman sus […]

caché

In Spanish slang, 'caché' is often used to refer to an individual's style, class, or elegance. It can also refer to the prestige or high status of a person, event, or thing. Examples Spanish: Ese chico tiene mucho caché, siempre viste con elegancia y estilo. English: That guy has a lot of caché, he always […]

cachendoso

A Mexican slang term used to describe a person who is showy, flashy or likes to show off. Examples Spanish: Juan siempre está comprando ropa de marca, es muy cachendoso. English: Juan is always buying brand-name clothes, he is very showy.

cachetear

This slang term is often used in some Latin American countries, especially in Mexico, meaning to slap or hit someone on the face with an open hand. Examples Spanish: Si sigues molestando a tu hermano, voy a cachetearte. English: If you keep bothering your brother, I'm going to slap you.

cachivache

Cachivache is a colloquial term used in Spanish to refer to an object that is old, broken, or useless. It can also be used to describe something messy or disorganized. Examples Spanish: Necesito limpiar mi garaje. Está lleno de cachivaches que ya no uso. English: I need to clean my garage. It's full of junk […]

caco

In Puerto Rican slang, 'caco' is used to refer to a thief or a person engaged in criminal activities. Examples Spanish: El caco robó todo el dinero de la tienda. English: The thief stole all the money from the store.

caldero

In Spanish slang, 'caldero' is often used to refer to a situation or place that is chaotic, messy, or full of problems. Examples Spanish: Con todos esos niños corriendo, la casa es un verdadero caldero. English: With all those kids running around, the house is a real mess.

calumnias

False accusations or slander aimed to damage someone's reputation. Examples Spanish: Estoy harto de tus calumnias, siempre intentas hacerme quedar mal. English: I'm tired of your slander, you're always trying to make me look bad.

camón

A Spanish slang term, primarily used in Spain, that is a friendly and informal way of referring to a friend or mate. It's similar to 'dude' or 'buddy' in English. Examples Spanish: ¡Hola, camón! ¿Cómo estás? English: Hey, buddy! How are you?

candela

In Spanish slang, 'candela' is commonly used in certain regions like Cuba and Venezuela to denote a dangerous or complicated situation. It can also refer to a person who is attractive or hot. Examples Spanish: Esa chica es pura candela, me tiene loco. English: That girl is pure fire, she drives me crazy.

caneca

In Spanish slang, 'caneca' primarily refers to a trash can or garbage bin. However, in some regions like Colombia, it can also mean 'jail' or 'prison'. Examples Spanish: 1. Por favor, bota eso en la caneca. 2. El ladron fue enviado a la caneca. English: 1. Please, throw that in the trash can. 2. The […]

cangri

A term used in Puerto Rican slang to describe a person who is cool, attractive or in a position of power. It can also refer to something that is of high quality or outstanding. Examples Spanish: Ese hombre es tan cangri que todas las mujeres lo desean. English: That man is so cool that all […]

cangrimán

In Spanish slang, 'cangrimán' is used mostly in Puerto Rico, and it refers to a person who is very stylish, flashy, or who likes to show off. It is often used to describe people with a swag or unique style. Examples Spanish: Mira a Juan, siempre viste como un cangrimán con sus cadenas de oro […]

canoa

In Spanish slang, 'canoa' refers to a very easy situation or task. It is widely used in Latin America, especially in countries like Mexico, Colombia, and Venezuela. Examples Spanish: Este examen fue una canoa, lo terminé en cinco minutos. English: This exam was a piece of cake, I finished it in five minutes.

cantarse pelado

This is a Venezuelan slang which means 'to confess or tell the truth', usually when someone is under pressure or caught in a lie. Examples Spanish: Después de muchas preguntas, Juan finalmente se cantó pelado y admitió que él había roto el jarrón. English: After many questions, Juan finally 'sang bald' and admitted that he […]

cantazo

In Spanish slang, 'cantazo' refers to a strong hit or blow, often used metaphorically to describe a sudden realization or shocking event. Examples Spanish: Cuando vi a mi ex con alguien más, fue un cantazo. English: When I saw my ex with someone else, it was a shock.

canto

In Spanish slang, 'canto' typically refers to a lie or falsehood. It may also refer to something that catches the eye because it is considered strange or suspicious. Examples Spanish: No me vengas con ese canto, todos sabemos que no es verdad. English: Don't come to me with that lie, we all know it's not […]

capear

In Spanish slang, 'capear' usually refers to avoiding or dodging a situation, person, or task. It can also mean to skip work or school without permission. Examples Spanish: Voy a capear la reunión de la tarde porque quiero ver el partido de fútbol. English: I'm going to dodge the afternoon meeting because I want to […]

cara larga

A term used to describe someone who is sad, upset, or in a bad mood. Literally translates to 'long face'. Examples Spanish: No seas cara larga, todo se va a resolver pronto. English: Don't be long-faced, everything will be resolved soon.

Caramba!

An exclamation used to express surprise, frustration, or exasperation, somewhat equivalent to 'Oh my!' or 'Wow!' in English. Examples Spanish: '¡Caramba! No puedo creer que hayamos ganado el juego.' English: 'Wow! I can't believe we won the game.'

carambola

In Spanish slang, 'carambola' generally refers to a fluke or a lucky or unexpected outcome. It is also a term used in billiards or pool game referring to a shot where the cue ball contacts multiple balls. It can also refer to the star fruit. Examples Spanish: 1) Ganó el partido por una carambola. 2) […]

carcacha

an old, dilapidated, or barely functioning car Examples Spanish: No puedo ir a la fiesta porque mi carcacha no arranca. English: I can't go to the party because my junk car won't start.

carifresco

Carifresco is a Spanish slang term, mostly used in Venezuela, to describe someone who is shamelessly bold or cheeky, often taking advantage of others' good will without showing any appreciation. Examples Spanish: No invites a Juan a la fiesta, es un carifresco que siempre come y bebe sin contribuir con nada. English: Don't invite Juan […]

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