A slang phrase primarily used in Cuba, 'tirar la chancleta' translates to 'throw the slipper' but it's used to express the act of giving up or surrendering, especially when faced with a difficult situation.
Examples
- Spanish: El examen fue tan difícil que decidí tirar la chancleta y salir de la sala.
- English: The exam was so hard that I decided to throw in the towel and leave the room.