This phrase is a colloquial expression used in some Spanish-speaking countries, especially in Venezuela. It literally translates to 'fart in a basket', but it's used to describe a very chaotic, messy or problematic situation.
Examples
- Spanish: El tráfico en esta ciudad es un peo en un canasto, siempre estoy llegando tarde a mis citas.
- English: The traffic in this city is a 'fart in a basket', I'm always arriving late to my appointments.