In some Latin American countries like Argentina and Uruguay, 'chumbo' is slang for 'bullet'. It can also be used to describe something or someone as heavy or burdensome.
Examples
- Spanish: 1) El ladrón llevaba un arma cargada de chumbos. 2) Ese problema es un chumbo que no puedo soltar.
- English: 1) The thief carried a gun loaded with bullets. 2) That problem is a burden I can't let go of.