Derived from the English verb 'to wash', 'washear' in Spanish slang is used to refer to the act of washing or cleaning something, especially a vehicle. Examples Spanish: Voy a washear mi coche este fin de semana. English: I'm going to wash my car this weekend.
ya chingué
A Mexican slang phrase generally used to express success or accomplishment. It roughly translates to 'I already nailed it' or 'I already won'. Examples Spanish: Ya chingué, por fin logré mi objetivo. English: I've nailed it, I finally achieved my goal.
te chingué
A Mexican slang phrase that is used to express that you defeated or bested someone in a challenge or competition. It comes from the verb 'chingar' which has various meanings depending on the context, but in this case, it's used to imply winning or beating someone. Examples Spanish: ¡Te chingué en el juego de ajedrez! […]
soy la pura verdura
A colloquial phrase from Mexico, 'soy la pura verdura' is used to express the idea of being good, healthy, or innocent. It can be used to refer to oneself or others, and it roughly translates to 'I am pure health' or 'I am pure innocence'. Examples Spanish: 'No te preocupes por mí, mamá, soy la […]
ser muy X
The phrase 'ser muy X' is a versatile slang term where 'X' can be replaced with any adjective. It is used to express that someone embodies a specific characteristic or trait to a high degree. Examples Spanish: Ella es muy trabajadora, nunca la veo descansar. English: She is very hardworking, I never see her rest.
sarape
In Mexican Spanish, 'sarape' refers to a traditional long blanket-like shawl, often brightly colored and fringed at the ends, which is worn especially by men. Although it's not a slang term, it's distinctly Mexican and used colloquently. Examples Spanish: Hace frío, voy a buscar mi sarape para calentarme. English: It's cold, I'm going to get […]
recámara
A colloquial term used in Mexico for 'bedroom' or 'room'. Examples Spanish: Voy a limpiar mi recámara antes de que lleguen los invitados. English: I'm going to clean my bedroom before the guests arrive.
quedarse de a solapas
A Spanish slang term primarily used in Mexico, 'quedarse de a solapas' means to be left surprised or astonished. It can also refer to being left waiting or hanging. Examples Spanish: Cuando le dijeron que había ganado la lotería, se quedó de a solapas. English: When they told him he had won the lottery, he […]
popote
In Mexican Spanish slang, 'popote' means 'straw', typically a drinking straw. Examples Spanish: ¿Me puedes pasar un popote para mi refresco, por favor? English: Can you pass me a straw for my soda, please?
poner los cachos
A colloquial phrase used in various Latin American countries, particularly in Colombia and Venezuela, that means to cheat on someone or to be unfaithful in a relationship. Examples Spanish: Juan sospecha que su novia le está poniendo los cachos. English: Juan suspects that his girlfriend is cheating on him.
platicar
A colloquial term primarily used in Mexico and some parts of Central America that means 'to chat' or 'to talk'. Examples Spanish: Vamos a platicar sobre lo que pasó ayer. English: Let's chat about what happened yesterday.
playera
In Mexican Spanish, 'playera' is a colloquial term for a t-shirt, typically a casual one. Examples Spanish: Me compré una playera nueva para el concierto. English: I bought a new t-shirt for the concert.
padrote
In Mexican slang, 'padrote' is often used to refer to a pimp or someone who controls prostitutes. However, it can also be used to refer to someone who is bossy or likes to control others. Examples Spanish: El tipo ese se cree un padrote, siempre intentando controlar a todos. English: That guy thinks he's a […]
okupa
The term 'okupa' is a Spanish slang originating from the word 'occupy'. It refers to people who illegally inhabit unused or abandoned properties without the permission of the owner. Examples Spanish: La casa abandonada al final de la calle está llena de okupas. English: The abandoned house at the end of the street is full […]
orégano
In Spanish street slang, 'orégano' is often used to refer to low quality marijuana or fake marijuana. The term 'orégano' literally translates to 'oregano' in English, a type of herb, and is used metaphorically in this context. Examples Spanish: No compres de ese tipo, solo vende orégano. English: Don't buy from that guy, he only […]
pa’ mearlo
A Spanish slang expression used to describe something or someone that is very funny or outrageous, literally translating to 'to pee him'. It is mostly used in Spain. Examples Spanish: El show de ese comediante es pa’ mearlo, me hizo reír mucho. English: That comedian's show is 'pa’ mearlo', it made me laugh a lot.
no te calientes, plancha
A colloquial phrase meaning 'don't get heated, iron.' It's used to suggest someone should calm down or not take things too seriously. Examples Spanish: No te calientes, plancha, no es para tanto. English: Don't get heated, iron, it's not a big deal.
obrar
In Spanish slang, 'obrar' typically refers to the act of working or performing an action. It can also colloquially mean 'to defecate'. Examples Spanish: Juan está obrando en el jardín todo el día. English: Juan has been working in the garden all day.
mover la chancla
A phrase that literally translates to 'move the flip flop', but is commonly used to imply disciplining someone or threatening to do so, particularly when a parent is warning their children to behave. Examples Spanish: Si no dejas de hacer ruido, voy a mover la chancla. English: If you don't stop making noise, I'm going […]
michelada
A Mexican cocktail made from beer, lime juice, assorted sauces, spices, and sometimes tomato juice. Examples Spanish: Vamos a la cantina a tomar unas micheladas. English: Let's go to the bar to have some micheladas.
mocos
Literally translates to 'boogers' but is often used to refer to kids or children in a playful or teasing manner. Examples Spanish: Mis mocos no paran de hacer travesuras en casa. English: My little ones won't stop causing mischief at home.
me late
A Mexican slang phrase which translates to 'I think' or 'it sounds good to me'. It's often used to express agreement or enthusiasm about an idea or plan. Examples Spanish: ¿Quieres ir al cine esta noche? Me late. English: Do you want to go to the cinema tonight? Sounds good to me.
mandado
A term used in some Latin American countries for an errand or task. It can also refer to a person who is easily manipulated or controlled. Examples Spanish: 1. Tengo que hacer un mandado en el supermercado. 2. El pobre hombre es un mandado en manos de su esposa. English: 1. I have to run […]
mal cabreado
Extremely angry or pissed off Examples Spanish: Mi padre estaba mal cabreado cuando descubrió que había suspendido el examen. English: My father was extremely angry when he found out that I had failed the exam.
loco de remate
It is a Spanish slang phrase used to describe someone who is extremely or utterly crazy. Examples Spanish: No puedes saltar desde esa altura, ¡estás loco de remate! English: You can't jump from that height, you're utterly crazy!
machín
A Mexican slang term used to refer to someone who is very strong, tough or impressive. It can also be used to describe something as cool, great, or excellent. Examples Spanish: Ese chico es muy machín, siempre es el primero en terminar los entrenamientos. English: That guy is very machín, he is always the first […]
lo chingaron
A vulgar slang term that basically means 'they screwed him over' or 'they messed him up'. It is often used to describe a situation where someone has been treated unfairly or beaten in some way. Examples Spanish: Perdió todo su dinero en el casino, lo chingaron bien y bonito. English: He lost all his money […]
La Merced
La Merced is not a slang term, but a name commonly used to refer to a large traditional market located in Mexico City. In a slang context, it could potentially be used to refer to any busy, chaotic place. Examples Spanish: Voy a ir a La Merced a comprar frutas y verduras frescas. English: I'm […]
irse a la chingada
A Mexican slang phrase often used to tell someone to go away or to express the idea of getting out of a place, situation, or relationship. It can be roughly translated as 'go to hell' or 'go screw yourself'. It's considered vulgar and should be used judiciously. Examples Spanish: Si no te gusta lo que […]
hablar con la neta
To speak the truth, to be honest, or to speak frankly. Examples Spanish: Necesito que hables con la neta, ¿realmente te gusta mi comida? English: I need you to speak the truth, do you really like my food?