In Spanish slang, 'maté' is derived from the verb 'matar' which means 'to kill'. However, in slang context, it is often used to express that something was very funny or hilarious, or that someone laughed really hard.
Examples
- Spanish: Esa broma que contaste fue tan divertida que me maté de risa.
- English: That joke you told was so funny, I died laughing.