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rubio al pomo

A slang term used in Argentina, 'rubio al pomo' refers to a person who is extremely blonde, almost white-haired. Examples Spanish: Tu amigo tiene el pelo rubio al pomo, ¡es muy llamativo! English: Your friend has hair that's 'rubio al pomo', it's very striking!

ruca

In Mexican Spanish slang, 'ruca' is often used to refer to a long-term girlfriend or an old woman. It can also mean 'house' or 'home'. Its meaning can change depending on the context and the region. Examples Spanish: 1. Mi ruca siempre me apoya en todo. 2. Esa ruca es muy sabia. 3. Vamos a […]

rufiana

A woman who profits from the earnings of a prostitute; a madam. It is typically used in a derogatory manner. Examples Spanish: Ella es una rufiana que se aprovecha de las chicas jóvenes e inocentes. English: She is a madam who takes advantage of young and innocent girls.

rufla

A Spanish slang term that is often used to describe a mess or chaotic situation. It can also be used to refer to a row or fight. Examples Spanish: ¡No puedo creer el rufla que hicieron en la cocina! English: I can't believe the mess they made in the kitchen!

sacar cacha

A Chilean slang term used to refer to showing off or boasting about something. Examples Spanish: No necesitas sacar cacha de tu nuevo coche, todos sabemos que es caro. English: You don't need to show off your new car, we all know it's expensive.

sacar la guaracha

A colloquial phrase used in Venezuela that means 'to prepare or get ready', often used when referring to getting ready for a party or event. Examples Spanish: Vamos a sacar la guaracha para la fiesta de esta noche. English: We are going to get ready for tonight's party.

sacar pica

A Chilean slang term used to describe the act of showing off or flaunting something with the intention of making others envious. Examples Spanish: Juan siempre saca pica con su nuevo auto. English: Juan always shows off his new car.

salchichón

In Spanish slang, 'salchichón' is often used as a friendly, light-hearted term to refer to someone as a bit of a fool or an idiot. It's usually used in a teasing, non-offensive manner. Examples Spanish: No seas salchichón, claro que puedes hacerlo. English: Don't be a fool, of course you can do it.

santoyo

The term 'santoyo' is not a common slang term in Spanish. It is more frequently used as a surname in Spanish-speaking countries. If used in a different context, it could be a local or regional slang that could vary in meaning. Examples Spanish: Como no es una palabra de argot común, no hay un ejemplo […]

sapolio

A slang term used in Peru to refer to a person who is nosy or likes to eavesdrop on others' conversations. Examples Spanish: No seas sapolio, no te metas en conversaciones ajenas. English: Don't be a sapolio, don't get involved in other people's conversations.

seco y volteado

A phrase used in some Latin American countries like Venezuela, which means being in a difficult or complicated situation. It can also refer to being in a state of bad luck. Examples Spanish: Después de perder su trabajo y su casa, Juan está seco y volteado. English: After losing his job and his house, Juan […]

servilleta

In standard Spanish, 'servilleta' is not a slang term. It directly translates to 'napkin' or 'serviette', an item used at the dining table for maintaining cleanliness. Examples Spanish: Por favor, pásame la servilleta para limpiar el vino derramado. English: Please, pass me the napkin to clean up the spilled wine.

sevillano

A person from Seville, a city in southern Spain. It can also refer to something related to this city. Examples Spanish: Mi mejor amigo es sevillano y me ha invitado a la Feria de Abril. English: My best friend is from Seville and has invited me to the April Fair.

sobón

A term used in some Latin American countries to describe a person who is excessively touchy-feely or handsy, often in an inappropriate or unwanted way. Examples Spanish: No me gusta salir con Juan, es muy sobón y siempre está intentando tocarme. English: I don't like going out with Juan, he is very handsy and is […]

soga

In Spanish slang, 'soga' typically refers to a problem or a difficult situation. Examples Spanish: Estoy en una soga, no sé cómo pagar estas deudas. English: I'm in a bind, I don't know how to pay these debts.

sudarle la espalda

A slang phrase that translates to 'to sweat from the back'. It is used to express the concept of not caring or being indifferent about something. Examples Spanish: A Juan le suda la espalda si no le gusta su regalo. English: John couldn't care less if you don't like his gift.

suzuki

In Spanish slang, 'suzuki' typically refers to a motorcycle. It's derived from the Japanese motorcycle brand Suzuki, but is often used to refer to any motorcycle in general. Examples Spanish: Voy a ir al trabajo en mi suzuki. English: I'm going to go to work on my motorcycle.

taba

In Spanish slang, 'taba' is predominantly used in certain regions of South America and it refers to 'luck' or 'fortune' Examples Spanish: Espero tener taba en el examen de mañana. English: I hope to have luck in tomorrow's exam.

tarzán

In Spanish slang, 'tarzán' is often used to refer to someone who is very brave or fearless, just like the character Tarzan from the famous novel and film. It can also mean someone who is very fit and strong. Examples Spanish: Mi amigo es un tarzán, siempre está listo para enfrentar cualquier desafío. English: My […]

tener ambrosio

The term 'tener ambrosio' is a Spanish slang phrase that refers to having a good physique or being in good physical shape. Examples Spanish: Mira a Juan, se nota que tiene ambrosio después de tanto tiempo en el gimnasio. English: Look at Juan, you can tell he's in good shape after all that time in […]

tener correa

Tener correa is a Spanish slang phrase that literally translates to 'have a belt'. It is used to describe someone's ability to tolerate or put up with something or someone annoying, difficult or frustrating. It can also imply patience or self-restraint. Examples Spanish: Tienes que tener correa para lidiar con los clientes difíciles en tu […]

tener vara

In Costa Rican slang, 'tener vara' refers to having connections or influence, especially in a business or political environment. Examples Spanish: No te preocupes, Juan tiene vara en esa empresa, seguro nos ayudará. English: Don't worry, Juan has connections in that company, he will surely help us.

termo

In Spanish slang, 'termo' is often used to describe someone who is clumsy, dumb or foolish. It's a more informal and colloquial way to call someone a 'blockhead' or 'dunce'. Examples Spanish: No seas termo, eso no es para comer. English: Don't be a blockhead, that's not for eating.

ternero

In Spanish slang, 'ternero' refers to a naive or inexperienced person. It's often used to indicate someone who is easily fooled or manipulated. Examples Spanish: No seas tan ternero, no te dejes engañar tan fácilmente. English: Don't be such a calf, don't let yourself be fooled so easily.

terruco

A term commonly used in Peru to refer to terrorists, particularly those associated with the Shining Path. It is often used negatively to label someone as a sympathiser or supporter of such groups. Examples Spanish: Algunas personas lo llamaron terruco por sus ideas radicales. English: Some people called him a 'terruco' because of his radical […]

tigre

In Dominican Spanish slang, 'tigre' is used to describe a clever, cunning, or sly person. It can also refer to someone who is very street-smart. Examples Spanish: Ese hombre es un tigre, siempre sabe cómo salir de problemas. English: That man is a 'tigre', he always knows how to get out of trouble.

tío

In Spanish slang, 'tío' is often used informally to refer to a friend or mate. It literally means 'uncle', but in conversational Spanish, it's used more like 'dude' or 'guy'. Examples Spanish: ¡Hola, tío! ¿Qué tal estás? English: Hey dude! How are you?

tirar

In Spanish slang, 'tirar' generally means to flirt or to make a move on someone. It can also mean to have sex. Examples Spanish: Juan está intentando tirar con Maria en la fiesta. English: Juan is trying to make a move on Maria at the party.

tirar arroz

A Spanish slang term that literally translates to 'throw rice'. It is commonly used to imply that someone is showing off or bragging about something. Examples Spanish: No necesitas tirar arroz sobre tu nuevo coche, todos sabemos que es caro. English: You don't need to 'throw rice' about your new car, we all know it's […]

tirar caña

An expression used when someone is flirting or trying to attract someone's attention in a romantic way. Examples Spanish: Juan siempre está tirando caña cuando ve a Maria en la cafetería. English: Juan is always flirting when he sees Maria in the cafeteria.

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