The phrase 'estar de vaca' is a colloquial expression used in some Spanish-speaking countries, usually meaning 'to collect money from a group of people for a specific purpose', often associated with sharing the cost of a meal, a gift, or other communal activities.
Examples
- Spanish: Vamos a estar de vaca para comprarle un regalo a Juan por su cumpleaños.
- English: We are going to pool our money to buy a gift for Juan for his birthday.