A colloquial phrase that originates from Mexico and it is often used to tell someone to 'pull their own weight' or 'do your own thing'. It is derived from the phrase 'jalar mecate' which literally translates to 'pull rope'. It is also used to tell someone to go away or mind their own business.
Examples
- Spanish: Si piensas que voy a hacer todo el trabajo por ti, estás mal. ¡Jala mecate!
- English: If you think I'm going to do all the work for you, you're wrong. Pull your own weight!