In Spanish slang, 'tranca' typically refers to a large, heavy or difficult obstacle or problem. It can also mean a big stick or club. Examples Spanish: Tengo una tranca con este proyecto, no sé cómo resolverlo. English: I have a big problem with this project, I don't know how to solve it.
tranqui
A shortened form of 'tranquilo', used to imply calmness, relaxation, or lack of worry. Examples Spanish: No te preocupes por el examen, ¡tranqui! English: Don't worry about the exam, chill out!
transar
In Mexican Spanish slang, 'transar' generally means to trick, deceive, or cheat someone. It can also be used to describe making a deal or an agreement. Examples Spanish: No confío en ese vendedor, siempre está tratando de transar a la gente. English: I don't trust that salesman, he's always trying to cheat people.
tránsfuga
A person who changes their loyalty or principles, usually used in political context to describe someone who switches party or betrays their group. Examples Spanish: El político se convirtió en un tránsfuga cuando abandonó su partido para unirse a los opositores. English: The politician became a turncoat when he left his party to join the […]
trasnochar
To stay up all night or to go to bed very late, often by spending the night partying or studying. Examples Spanish: Voy a trasnochar estudiando para el examen de mañana. English: I'm going to stay up all night studying for tomorrow's exam.
traviesa
A term used to describe someone who is naughty or mischievous. It can be used in a playful, affectionate manner. Examples Spanish: Esa niña es muy traviesa, siempre está jugando bromas a sus hermanos. English: That girl is very naughty, she is always playing pranks on her brothers.
trepador
A person who is socially ambitious and always trying to climb the social ladder, often by using other people. It can also refer to someone who is manipulative or cunning. Examples Spanish: No confíes en Luis, todos saben que es un trepador que solo busca su propio beneficio. English: Don't trust Luis, everyone knows he's […]
trolo
A derogatory term used in Argentina, Uruguay, and other parts of Latin America, 'trolo' is a slang term primarily used to insult someone by calling them a fool or idiot. Examples Spanish: No seas tan trolo, todos saben que eso no es verdad. English: Don't be such a fool, everyone knows that's not true.
trompa
In Spanish slang, 'trompa' is commonly used to refer to someone's mouth or lips. It can also be used to denote being drunk or intoxicated. Examples Spanish: Cierra la trompa, estás hablando demasiado. / Estoy con una trompa impresionante. English: Shut your mouth, you're talking too much. / I'm incredibly drunk.
trompear
A slang term predominantly used in Latin America, 'trompear' means to hit or punch someone. Examples Spanish: Si sigues molestandome, voy a trompearte. English: If you keep bothering me, I'm going to punch you.
tronco
In Spanish slang, 'tronco' is used informally to refer to a friend or buddy. It is similar to 'mate' or 'dude' in English. It's mostly used in Spain. Examples Spanish: ¡Eh, tronco! ¿Cómo estás? English: Hey, mate! How are you?
trucho
In Spanish slang, 'trucho' is a term used to refer to something that is fake, counterfeit, or of poor quality. Examples Spanish: Ese bolso Louis Vuitton que compraste es trucho, no es auténtico. English: That Louis Vuitton bag you bought is trucho, it's not authentic.
Truco
A term originally used to refer to a card game, but in slang context, it is used to refer to a trick, strategy, or gimmick. Examples Spanish: Voy a mostrarte un truco para que puedas abrir la botella sin usar un abridor. English: I'm going to show you a trick so you can open the […]
tubo
In Spanish slang, 'tubo' is commonly used in Mexico to refer to a large amount of money. Examples Spanish: Gané un tubo de dinero en la lotería. English: I won a ton of money in the lottery.
tuco
In some Latin American countries, 'tuco' is slang for 'trick' or 'hack'. It could also refer to a type of sauce for pasta in Argentina or a homemade gun or knife in some countries. Examples Spanish: 1. Mi abuela tiene un tuco para hacer el mejor asado. 2. Vamos a comer tallarines con tuco. 3. […]
tumba
In Spanish slang, 'tumba' generally refers to a party or a lively gathering. It can also mean a grave or tomb in standard Spanish. Examples Spanish: Vamos a hacer una gran tumba este fin de semana. English: We are going to have a big party this weekend.
turca
In Spanish slang, 'turca' is often used to refer to a persistent obsession or an activity someone is deeply engrossed in. It can also refer to a heavy drinking session. Examples Spanish: Estoy en una turca de leer libros de misterio. English: I'm on a mystery book reading binge.
turrada
In Argentine slang, 'turrada' is used to refer to a situation, decision or action that is regarded as bad, unfair, or of poor quality. Examples Spanish: Esa película fue una turrada, no me gustó para nada. English: That movie was a 'turrada', I did not like it at all.
un agreta
A term used in Argentina, especially in Buenos Aires, to refer to someone who is grumpy, angry, or in a bad mood. Examples Spanish: No hables con él, está un agreta hoy. English: Don't talk to him, he's in a bad mood today.
un caño
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'un caño' is a term primarily used in soccer to refer to the action of playing the ball between an opponent's legs. Examples Spanish: El jugador hizo un caño a su oponente y luego anotó un gol. English: The player nutmegged his opponent and then scored a goal.
un fato
A slang term used in Central America, particularly in Panama, which means 'a lie' or 'something false'. Examples Spanish: No me cuentes un fato, quiero saber la verdad. English: Don't tell me a lie, I want to know the truth.
un garca
In Argentine slang, 'un garca' refers to a person who is untrustworthy, deceitful or who takes advantage of others. It is a pejorative term. Examples Spanish: No confíes en él, es un garca. English: Don't trust him, he's a deceitful person.
un huesito
A term used to refer to an attractive person, typically used when someone is skinny or petite. It's equivalent to saying 'a cutie' or 'hot stuff' in English. Examples Spanish: Mira a esa chica, es un huesito. English: Look at that girl, she's a cutie.
un huevo
A Spanish slang term which literally translates to 'an egg', but is often used to mean 'a lot' or 'very much'. It's a colloquial way to exaggerate the quantity or intensity of something. Examples Spanish: Me gusta un huevo este libro. English: I like this book a lot.
un kilo y dos pancitos
A colloquial phrase used in Latin American Spanish to refer to someone who is going beyond the limit or doing more than expected. It is used to exaggerate the quantity or amount of something. Examples Spanish: Ella no solo limpió la casa, sino que también lavó la ropa y cocinó la cena. Ella siempre hace […]
un pelo de concha tira más que 100 bueyes
This Spanish slang phrase is a vulgar way to express the idea that sexual attraction or love can make a person do things they normally wouldn't. Literally it translates to 'a pubic hair pulls stronger than 100 oxen'. Examples Spanish: Juan está tan enamorado de Ana que haría cualquier cosa por ella. Como dice el […]
un pichi
In Spain, particularly in Andalusia and Madrid, 'un pichi' is a colloquial term used to refer to a young man, often with a slightly pejorative or affectionate tone. It can also be used to refer to someone who is a bit of a rascal or rogue. Examples Spanish: Ese pichi siempre está metido en líos. […]
un polvo no se le niega a nadie
A phrase often used to express that one should not deny someone the opportunity for sexual intercourse. However, it's worth noting that this phrase might sound vulgar or inappropriate in certain contexts. Examples Spanish: No importa lo feo que sea, un polvo no se le niega a nadie. English: No matter how ugly he is, […]
un vagón
In Spanish slang, 'un vagón' is typically used in Mexico and it refers to a large amount or quantity of something. It is similar to the English expression 'a ton' or 'a lot'. Examples Spanish: Hace un vagón de calor hoy. English: It's really hot today.
una máquina
In Spanish slang, 'una máquina' is used to refer to a person who is extremely good, efficient or skilled at something. It literally translates to 'a machine', implying that the person is as reliable and proficient as a machine. Examples Spanish: ¡Juan es una máquina jugando al fútbol! English: Juan is a machine when it […]