A Mexican slang term used to describe a person who is snobbish, superficial, or materialistic. It is often associated with the upper class or those trying to imitate it. Examples Spanish: No soporto a Luis, siempre se comporta como un fresa. English: I can't stand Luis, he always acts like a snob.

An expression used to indicate disgust or repulsion towards something. It is commonly used in Mexico and some parts of Latin America. Examples Spanish: ¡Fuchi! No me gusta el olor de ese perfume. English: Yuck! I don't like the smell of that perfume.

A slang term commonly used in Argentina that refers to a person who is very drunk or intoxicated. Examples Spanish: Después de la fiesta, Juan estaba totalmente fumigado. English: After the party, Juan was totally wasted.

Slang term used in some Latin American countries to refer to a gun or firearm. Examples Spanish: Ten cuidado, él tiene una fusca en su bolsillo. English: Be careful, he has a fusca in his pocket.

In Spanish slang, 'fusilar' is commonly used to refer to copying someone else's work or ideas without giving appropriate credit, similar to 'plagiarize' in English. Examples Spanish: No puedes simplemente fusilar la tarea de tu compañero, eso es deshonesto. English: You can't simply plagiarize your classmate's homework, that's dishonest.

A pejorative term originally used by Spaniards referring to French people. In Mexico and some parts of Latin America, it's used to refer to Americans, particularly white Americans, in a sometimes derogatory manner. Examples Spanish: Los gabachos del norte a veces no entienden nuestra cultura. English: The gabachos from the north sometimes do not understand […]

A Colombian slang term used to refer to a woman. It can be used both in a friendly and affectionate way or in a derogatory way, depending on the context. Examples Spanish: Esa gacha es mi mejor amiga. English: That girl is my best friend.

A colloquial term used in Mexico to refer to Spanish people, especially those from the Iberian Peninsula. It can sometimes have a derogatory connotation. Examples Spanish: El nuevo profesor es un gachupin que viene directamente de Madrid. English: The new teacher is a 'gachupin' who comes directly from Madrid.

Slang term for money, especially a large amount of money. Examples Spanish: Necesito ganar más grana para pagar mis deudas. English: I need to earn more money to pay off my debts.

A Venezuelan slang term that means to vomit or throw up, often used in a casual or informal context. Examples Spanish: Después de la fiesta, Juan comenzó a guacarear por haber bebido demasiado. English: After the party, Juan started to throw up because he had drunk too much.

A term originating in Cuba used to refer to farmers, country people or something rustic and unsophisticated. Often used affectionately. Examples Spanish: Mi abuelo es un guajiro que vive en el campo y cultiva sus propios alimentos. English: My grandfather is a guajiro who lives in the countryside and grows his own food.

A term used in Mexico and some parts of Latin America to refer to a person with light skin or hair. It is not necessarily derogatory and can be used affectionately. Examples Spanish: ¡Hola, güero! ¿Cómo estás? English: Hello, blondie! How are you?

A Mexican slang term that can be used to refer to laziness or lack of desire to do something. It can also be used to refer to something that is annoying, a bother or a hassle. Examples Spanish: No quiero ir a la tienda, me da güeva. English: I don't want to go to the […]

In Costa Rican slang, 'güila' is used to refer to a young person, child, or teenager. It can also be used amongst friends in a casual, non-derogatory way. Examples Spanish: Esa güila es mi mejor amiga desde la infancia. English: That young girl has been my best friend since childhood.

The term 'helodía' is not common Spanish slang. It does not have a recognized meaning in the Spanish language. Please check the spelling or context for potential errors. Examples Spanish: N/A English: N/A

An exclamation of surprise, amazement, or frustration. Similar to 'Oh my gosh!', 'Wow!', or 'Darn!' in English. Examples Spanish: ¡Híjole! No puedo creer que ya es la hora de cerrar. English: Oh my gosh! I can't believe it's already closing time.

A shortened, informal term for 'coche' which means 'car' in Spanish. Examples Spanish: Vamos a dar una vuelta en mi hocho nuevo. English: Let's go for a ride in my new car.

In Mexican Spanish slang, 'huerco' is often used to refer to a child or young person. It can be used in a slightly derogatory way, similar to 'brat', but is often used affectionately too. Examples Spanish: ¡Huerco, deja de jugar con la comida! English: Kid, stop playing with your food!

A Chilean slang term used to describe a person or situation that is unbelievable, amazing or incredible. Examples Spanish: ¡La fiesta de anoche fue incaíble! English: The party last night was unbelievable!

In Spanish slang, 'jarra' refers to a pitcher or jug, often used to refer to a large amount of beer or other alcoholic beverages. Examples Spanish: Vamos a pedir una jarra de cerveza para compartir. English: We are going to order a pitcher of beer to share.

A slang term derived from the English word 'jet', 'jetear' is often used in Mexico to refer to leaving abruptly or going somewhere quickly. It can also be used to express the notion of escaping or avoiding a situation. Examples Spanish: No me gusta la fiesta, voy a jetear. English: I don't like the party, […]

A derogatory slang term used in Mexican Spanish to refer to a homosexual man. It is considered offensive and disrespectful. Examples Spanish: No quiero que te juntes con ese joto. English: I don't want you hanging out with that gay man.

In its standard meaning, 'judío' translates to 'Jewish' or 'Jew'. However, in some Spanish-speaking regions, it is used colloquially to refer to someone who is stingy or miserly. Please note that this usage can be considered derogatory and offensive. Examples Spanish: No seas judío, comparte tus dulces con tus hermanos. English: Don't be stingy, share […]

In Spanish slang, 'lana' is often used to refer to money. Examples Spanish: No puedo salir esta noche, no tengo lana. English: I can't go out tonight, I don't have money.