A Chilean slang term used to refer to a type of shellfish, specifically the Chilean mussel. Can also be used to refer to a brave or bold woman in some contexts.
Examples
- Spanish: 1. Me encantan las machas a la parmesana. 2. Esa mujer es una macha, no le teme a nada.
- English: 1. I love Parmesan machas. 2. That woman is a macha, she fears nothing.