A slang term used predominantly in Mexico and Central America, 'raquetiar' refers to the act of hustling or trying to make money in a quick or clever way, often through multiple jobs or creative efforts.
Examples
- Spanish: No puedo ir a la fiesta esta noche, tengo que raquetiar para pagar mis cuentas.
- English: I can't go to the party tonight, I have to hustle to pay my bills.