To manage or get by, often in a difficult situation or with little resources. It can also mean to be self-sufficient or resilient. Examples Spanish: A pesar de los obstáculos, Juan se las ha sabido bandear solo. English: Despite the obstacles, Juan has managed to get by on his own.

A slang term used in some Latin American countries, particularly in Venezuela, meaning 'to give up' or 'to chicken out'. Examples Spanish: No puedo creer que baqueaste en el último minuto, deberías haber ido a la fiesta. English: I can't believe you chickened out at the last minute, you should have gone to the party.

A term used to refer to a cheap market or flea market where second-hand goods are sold Examples Spanish: Voy a ir al baratillo este fin de semana para buscar muebles antiguos. English: I'm going to the flea market this weekend to look for antique furniture.

A slang term used in Mexico referring to a small or light car. It is often used affectionately or humorously. Examples Spanish: Voy a llevar mi barrito al taller para una revisión. English: I'm going to take my little car to the shop for a check-up.

In Spanish slang, 'batida' generally refers to a mixed drink or cocktail. It can also refer to a police raid or sweep. Examples Spanish: 1. Vamos a preparar una batida de frutas para la fiesta. 2. Hubo una batida policial en el barrio ayer. English: 1. We are going to prepare a fruit cocktail for […]

A slang term commonly used in Puerto Rico, 'bayú' refers to a lot, a ton, or a great amount of something. Examples Spanish: Tengo un bayú de tareas para hacer esta noche. English: I have a ton of homework to do tonight.

In Spanish slang, 'bebé' is often used as a term of endearment or affection, similar to 'baby' in English. It is commonly used between couples or close friends. Examples Spanish: Hola bebé, ¿cómo estás? English: Hello baby, how are you?

A Spanish slang term primarily used in the Dominican Republic to refer to a drink, especially a canned or bottled drink. It can refer to any kind of drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic. Examples Spanish: Vamos a la tienda a comprar algunas bebelatas para la fiesta de esta noche. English: Let's go to the store to […]

In Puerto Rican slang, 'bellaco' is generally used to describe a person who is feeling lustful or sexy. However, in other contexts, it can refer to someone sly or cunning. Examples Spanish: Ella me pone bellaco con su forma de vestir. English: Her way of dressing makes me feel lustful.

A Cuban term referring to a party or a celebration, especially those involving dance and music. Examples Spanish: Este fin de semana voy a un bembé en la casa de mi amigo. English: This weekend I'm going to a party at my friend's house.

A term used in a colloquial context to express pity, compassion, surprise or admiration. Literally translates to 'blessed' but is often used to refer to someone or something in a sympathetic or affectionate manner. Examples Spanish: ¡Bendito! No sabía que estabas pasando por un momento tan difícil. English: Bless him! I didn't know you were […]

A complicated situation or a mess. It is derived from 'berenjena' which means eggplant, but the slang term does not have any direct connection to the vegetable. Examples Spanish: Con todas las deudas que tiene, se ha metido en un berenjenal. English: With all the debts he has, he's gotten himself into a mess.

In Spanish slang, 'bestial' is used to describe something that is exceptionally good, amazing or impressive. Examples Spanish: La fiesta de anoche fue bestial. English: Last night's party was amazing.

In Spanish slang, 'bibí' is often used as an affectionate diminutive term for 'bebé', which means 'baby'. It's commonly used among friends, couples, or family members as a term of endearment. Examples Spanish: 'Hola, bibí, ¿cómo estás hoy?' English: 'Hello, baby, how are you today?'

In some Latin American countries, 'bicha' is a slang term used to refer to a bug or small insect. However, be aware that in other contexts or regions, it could have different meanings, including a derogatory term for a homosexual man. Examples Spanish: Hay una bicha en mi habitación que no puedo encontrar. English: There's […]

A colloquial term mainly used in Latin American countries like Puerto Rico to refer to a group of small, often troublesome things or animals, such as insects or small kids. Examples Spanish: No puedo concentrarme con toda esta bichería corriendo por aquí. English: I can't concentrate with all these little critters running around here.

In certain regions like Puerto Rico, 'bicho' is a vulgar slang term referring to the male genitalia. In other regions like Spain and Argentina, it's typically used to refer to a small insect or bug. Examples Spanish: 1. (Puerto Rico) Ese tipo es un bicho. 2. (Spain) Hay un bicho en la sopa. English: 1. […]

A term commonly used in Puerto Rico to refer to a person who is a big shot, a leader, or a boss, often in a gang or drug dealing context. Examples Spanish: En el barrio todos le temen porque él es el bichote. English: Everyone in the neighborhood fears him because he is the big […]

A term derived from 'bichote', which refers to a person who has gained a lot of power or influence, particularly in a gang or in the streets. 'Bichoteado' is an adjective form, suggesting someone who has been upgraded or powered up. Examples Spanish: Desde que entró a la pandilla, se ha vuelto muy bichoteado. English: […]

An expression used in some Latin American countries, especially in Puerto Rico, to describe something as very cool, amazing, or impressive. Examples Spanish: El concierto de anoche fue bien bestial. English: Last night's concert was really amazing.

A phrase used in Puerto Rico to express that something is cool, awesome, or impressive. Examples Spanish: El concierto de anoche estuvo bien brutal. English: Last night's concert was really awesome.

A term used in Spain to describe something that is very Americanized or someone behaving in a very American way. It comes from 'GI', a term used to refer to US soldiers. Examples Spanish: Ese bar es bien GI, siempre están pasando partidos de la NFL. English: That bar is very GI, they're always showing […]

A phrase used to express something is good or great, often used in a context of surprise or admiration. Literally translates to 'well and more', but doesn't have a direct English equivalent. Examples Spanish: Ese concierto estuvo bien y más, me encantó cada minuto. English: That concert was great, I loved every minute of it.

A slang term for money. It's often used in Panama. Examples Spanish: No puedo salir esta noche, no tengo biles. English: I can't go out tonight, I don't have money.

A slang term used in Puerto Rico, 'bilí' means to be in a good mood or feeling great. Examples Spanish: Hoy estoy bilí porque me dieron un ascenso en el trabajo. English: Today I'm feeling bilí because I got a promotion at work.

Bioco is a regional slang term from Spain, particularly used in Madrid. It refers to a cigarette. Examples Spanish: ¿Tienes un bioco que me prestes? English: Do you have a cigarette that you could lend me?