In slang context, 'mondongo' is a colloquial term primarily used in Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic referring to a mess, a complicated situation or a problem. It can also refer to a type of hearty stew or soup made from diced tripe (the stomach of a cow) slow-cooked with vegetables in some Latin American countries.
Examples
- Spanish: Estoy en un verdadero mondongo con mi trabajo. No sé cómo voy a terminar todo esto.
- English: I'm in a real mess with my work. I don't know how I'm going to finish all this.