Lambiscon noun An obsequious individual. While the word 'pendejo' literally means 'pubic hair' it's the equivalent of calling someone 'stupid' or an 'asshole' and can be used in both an endearing way (between friends) or in an offensive way it all depends on the tone of voice. Que poca madre!, noun The mixed language of Spanish and English, i.e. e.g. An abbreviation of the phrase por la cola (through the tail/rear end). Used to distinguish between the letters I and Y, which are pronounced similarly. 2. expression Also gives rise to the expression that a culichi is a woman with mucha nalga, poca chichi (a lot of buttocks, not much breast). Excellent. See also pal chesco. Mamador adj Of the very highest class, top-dollar. A telling off. Literally to eat clown. This is because in past years, suitors were not permitted inside the home to visit, and so spent their time wooing their beloved from the front railings (reja) of her house. Literally not to have a mother. Cola que te pisen expression To have a shady past. Mexican Slang | SpanishDict Vocabulary Mexican Slang 51 words by SpanishDict Start the Quiz Share tapato from Guadalajara rale! Also el del estribo. Urban Dictionary: spanish slang spanish slang The use of non dictionary words in the Spanish language, street talk, made up words our culture has made up over the years I came to urban dictionary looking for a Spanish version to help me figure out what a word used in Spanish slang meant, only to find out their isn't one . Guayabo, estar en el expression Of an enamoured individual, to be in the honeymoon or crazy love period of a romantic relationship, oftne used in connection with regular sexual activity. Most commonly found on the Pacific Coast. adj Anything hailing from the north of the country, the north being generally considered anything north Zacatecas. Often used in terms of business sense. A drinking session. It would be extremely ill-advised to refer to an air hostess in this way. Pato/Patito adj Of an item which is an imitation version of the real thing. Echar Aguas verb To keep an eye out, or watch for approaching danger. Practice Spanish vocabulary with SpanishDict's interactive vocabulary quiz feature. Pues yo como de chile, mole y pozole. Literally Dont search for tits on a snake. There are two main varieties of tuna: red and green. Al Chilazo adj Something performed in an uncaring, or slap-dash manner. !' when used as an exclamatory. Piojo noun A cheeky individual, who seeks to take personal advantage of a situation. Gayola noun The worst row of seats in the house or theater. It comes from the Nahuatl word Alcopili, meaning crown. B Grande noun The letter B. noun A person hailing from the north of the country. Flaqueando verb To struggle. Equivalent in English is nice from far; far from nice., Dar en la Torre expression To exert pressure, or inflict damage, upon an opponent or rival. Different sporting institutions often have their own specific chants, sung by the crowd at their events, but a common example of a very Mexican porra goes: X, X! Literally to rub ones loins in order to achieve something. Literally: you say tomato, and I make the sauce. Desangelado adj For a place to be dead, as in with no one there. See Cagar. Vato noun Informal word for a man. Comes from the word for falcon. i.e. Generic term for an adult woman, or women. An idiot. This word comes from a measure of five tortillas in 19th Century Guadalajara, known as a Tapata. Pollera noun Yucatan regional synonym of Guajolotera. Literally something for a soda. El gol de Salah gol era una chulada (Salah scored a beautiful goal). Molar To like. B Pequeo noun The letter V. Used to signify the difference between the letters B and V, which are pronounced similarly. Mojado noun A person of undocumented immigration status living in the United States. In our new series we'll be teaching you some Spanish slang. 2. adj Pejorative description meaning ugly, rude, bad, dangerous or cruel. Cana al aire noun A non-committal sexual fling. Comes from the phrase Ni Trabaja, Ni Estudia (Neither works, nor studies). Ap noun North Mexican way of saying Pap (father). De plano expression Meaning straight-up or without beating around the bush. His nickname means Shorty, or The Short One. 2. exclam Colloquial term used in conversation as an affirmation that a person has understood the point the speaker was trying to make. Wey means "dude" when talking to friends. b. el argot (M) "Grass" is slang for "marijuana." "Grass" es "marijuana" en argot. Me mama, Te mama, Le mama, Nos mama, etc. Disclaimer: These translations and definitions have been done to the best of my knowledge, and without prejudice or malice. Cabal exclam South Mexican and Guatemalan exclamation in the affirmative, as in exactly!. Hampn noun A gangster, from the word hampa. Stemming from the days in which a taxi meter was similar in appearance to a roulette wheel. Chingadera: Something without value or importance. Hola gallo, como estas (Hello mate, how are you?). Also happysn. Literally a cardboard palate. Golfato noun A persons sharpened sense for easy women. Explicar con peras y manzanas To explain something in a very basic way, to ensure people understand. Synonym of Chingn. e.g. Hijole, me enchile bien cabrn (Damn! Meridano noun A native of the city of Mrida. Gangoso noun An individual who speaks with a very nasal voice, and often with a cleft palate, rendering them unable to pronounce words exactly. Xoconostle noun Variety of nopal fruit, similar to tuna, but with a flesh more like pitaya. Godn noun A person who works in an office from 9am to 5pm. Que hubole exclam More informal version of Que hubo. Tropa del Infierno noun A special forces-style militia, or armed group, pertaining to the Cartel del Noroeste. Often in celebration or passion. Corunda noun A style of tamal originating from Michoacan, consisting of soft white corn dough, served with tomato sauce and cream. i.e. Has different forms across the country, but is most commonly in a salt-rimmed glass with lime juice. - Hey, can you help me? Urban Dictionary: Pendejo To steal something. Commonly eaten in Mexico and the wider region. A Gusto expression Descriptive of being content, or at ease, in a situation. Translation. e.g. Bring a bottle of something.). Te desayunaste payaso hoy? (Youre in a silly mood). Alambre noun A dish in a taqueria in which the taco filling and the tortillas are served separately, allowing the diner to taquear on their own. Tepec noun, nahuatl. Chingn 1. adj. Wife, girlfriend, or long-term partner. Most often found as a suffix on place names. This is a dish inherited from Lebanese immigrant cuisine. Literally Reverend Idiot'. In Mexican slang, chamarra means jacket. The term, meaning wet, stems from the way in which migrants would traditionally cross into the U.S. over the Rio Grande (River Grande) which marks the border between Texas and Mexico. Therefore, Quin pomp chelas? (who bought the beers?) Named the goats horn due to its curved magazine. Churro A joint, or marijuana cigarette. Used commonly to say when something has reached its completion, or is fully put together/armed. These are the individuals who hang out of the side of the bus to coordinate the charging, taking on and letting off of passengers. Vale Verga exclam Its worthless. A su madre! Huevn noun A lazy or work-shy individual. Me la pelas exclam Rude expression, roughly translating to suck my dick. Cakito noun A young thug or would-be gangster. e.g. 2. expression Informal and colloquial way of asking if a person will join you in your plans. THE SLANG DICTIONARY: ETYMOLOGICAL, HISTORICAL, AND By John - eBay Quin Pomp? El Chapos sons always refer to him as Mi Ap. Learn more in the Cambridge English-Spanish Dictionary. Por fis exclam Colloquial, abbreviated or cute, way of saying Por Favor (Please). Sudaca noun Despective term for a native of the South American continent. Ojo Rojo noun The Yucatan regional term for Clamato Preparado. It can also be used alongside articles, but is it incorrect to use the determiner (el/la). The term has since come to describe the style and culture espoused by women of Sinaloa State. Me Caga exclam Expression meaning something or someone is irritating, or makes you angry. Ponerse vergas verb Rude version of ponerse trucha. The word Chamber became Mexicanized, to become the verb Chambear and the noun Chamba. A journalist who accepts such money is known as a chayotero. Comes from the fact that anglophones pronounce their ethnicity as Meksicanos, therefore Ksicanos = Chicanos. e.g. Hacerse de la vista gorda verb To turn a blind eye, or to ignore something. Lagunero noun A native of the city of Torren, Coahuila. Prstame quinientos varos guey. 2. noun One. After a heavy drinking session, clients would buy their te-por-ocho pesos in the street in the hope of mitigating their hangovers. Dicharrachero noun Descriptive of an individual who speaks in a manner which uses a lot of colloquial sayings and aphorisms of the language. Pronounced 'Tasosh Ka Ma Tik. As in You dont need to ask permission, its your own to give. is a classic example of someone mentando madre. noun A child in the Regio regional dialect. Pasar de lanza verb To trick or con someone. Tenis are trainer shoes, or sneakers, so the literal translation is you have sneakers on, thereby allowing an individual to sneak up on someone without their hearing. Pido el menudo, para no quedarme con la duda. (Ill order the tripe, so Ive tried it.). Verga noun. el camin bus Chancla If you've ever been hit with a flip flop by your Mexican aunt or mother, then you know the meaning of chancla. Fichar verb To pay for someone elses bill. Vamos al bar. So, they can be translated as 'boy', 'guy', 'girl' or 'gal'. i.e. Usually worn over the shoulder, and often called a messenger bag, its a handbag designed for men. The phrase comes from the historical character La Malinche, an indigenous woman who aided Hernan Cortes in his conquest of Mexico. Ponchar adj To roll a joint, or skin up. Also Ponerse las vergas. Literally to have a chickens heart. noun A problem or issue, often one without a quick or easy solution. Equivalent of I beg you pardon?. Gacho adj. Nahuatl noun The modern form of the Aztec language, spoken by indigenous communities in the Valley of Mexico and Puebla. Iban a ganar, hasta que el portero la cag (They were going to win, until the goalkeeper fucked up). la Morena esta coqueta y resbalosa expression Impolite and sexually-suggestive way of saying that the road or motorway is wet with rain. Batucada noun The moment during a party (usually a Quinceaera or a wedding) in which party favors such as fancy dress, balloons, or other fun items, are distributed amongst guests. Mamarse verb To fuck up, or make a mistake. Palero noun An individual who is quick, or easily convinced, to change their allegiances. From charola, the word for tray. It also allows multiple sorting criteria! Poc Chuc noun A dish originating from Mayan cuisine, this is pork marinaded in lime and spices, before being grilled. The reference is to the way in which one feeds a small child, meaning literally they want it peeled, and put directly into their mouth. Can also be used in a rude way, using double-entendre, in the context of the verb pelar. Comes from the word for rocket. An abbreviation of the word compaero. e.g. A commonly used word of Spanish slang to express agreement. Traes pual sobre el presidente (Youre right about the President). Palanca noun A friendship or contact on the inside, which facilitates ones business or activities. You can use them with everybody and now worry about offending anyone. Palo noun An event of sexual intercourse. Literally to cost a testicle. See authoritative translations of Mexican spanish to english in Spanish with audio pronunciations. 2. Commonly used for drinking mezcal after the candle has been spent, a drinker would see the cross at the bottom of his glass only when it is upturned, and thus finished. Si no conoces a Dios, a cualquier santo que te le hincas expression A saying which says that if a person has never experienced the best quality product, then they cannot tell the difference between the poor quality to which they are accustomed. e.g. People who grow up in a Mexican culture within the United States. Colmillo Largo expression Denoting a persons wisdom or experience, often used in the context of business. Matcha roasted chilis ground finely, and then left to infuse in oil. From ome meaning two, and teotl meaning force, god or fire. All the Mexican Slang Terms You Need to Know - Culture Trip Joven, le encargo la cuenta, y las de la casa, por favor (Waiter, please can we have the check, and the final drinks on the house). Changos! Also, Guey and wey. Me Mama exclam A rude expression synonymous with Me Gusta (I like it). Greedy, or someone who cant get their fill. e.g. Cohete noun A pistol. Caparazn noun The hard skin or armour of an animal. Es neta?' = 'I heard you were pregnant. e.g. There are many kinds: Roja a common sauce with a tomato base. From Valer Madre. Other country-specific Spanish slang Mexican slang Colombian slang Cuban slang Peruvian slang Argentinian slang Chilean slang Venezuelan slang 3 Bs expression The three Bs of making any successful purchase are that it be bueno, bonito, y barato good, handsome, and cheap. slang word palabra f del argot, palabra f argtica or jergal. e.g Su nuevo reloj es patito (His watch is an imitation). Also Lambiscon. Asaduda noun A pluck in butchery terms. Tiene buen rollo, el guey. (The guy tells a good story). Apapachar verb To cuddle, or embrace. Poor, demonstrating poverty or sub-standard. Mexican Slang Words Spanish slang words in Mexico are used every day. Partir la madre verb To beat the shit out of someone. In English, you have to walk on eggshells when dealing with such a person. Pollero noun A human trafficker who moves groups of undoucmented mgirants across Mexico and into the United States. The animals heart, lungs and liver. Me gustara comermela. (I would like to have sex with her). Guarapo noun The act of fellatio. Montalayo noun Provincial word for the mixture of cooked entrails from an animal. Tianguis noun A street market or flea market. Used to signify the difference between the letters B and V, which are pronounced similarly. Carambola noun Starfruit. Mamn(a) An arrogant or conceited individual. It's sort of fuck your mother, but means 'go fuck yourself'. Cacique noun A member of the economic ruling class, or landowning classes. Reverendo Pelmazo title A despective term usted to refer to President Obrador by his detractors. Do you want to come?). Slang in Spanish | English to Spanish Translation - SpanishDict Rudo noun A heel in wrestling terms. A los taxistas, este gasolinazo nos esta dando en la torre (This gas-price hike is badly affecting us taxi drivers.). An Ox (castrated bull). Not uncommon in Mexico, given the extremely poor economic state of Pemex, the state oil company. No manches exclam A polite way of saying No Mames. Literally a dogs paw. Oye, me puedes ayudar? It's been good to use occasionally. No le encuentro ni pies ni cabeza a su excusa. A dog. Often spelled Carambolo in Western Mexico. So called because it is most prominently felt when doing the motion of using a salt-shaker. Para que persinarse expression Said to accompany a gift or payment, usually of money, to the recipient, signifying that they might make the religious sign of the cross. It can be seen here. Comes from the expression Cuerna de Chivo. Padre adj Excellent, or of outstanding quality. A commonly used term in Mexican slang, neta translates roughly to 'truth' or 'really? Madral noun A large, or significant amount. e.g. No seas rajn. Choco/a noun An indigenous tribe native to Tabasco State. Agazaparse verb To make oneself as small as possible. Chile noun An informal and often jokey way of referring to a penis, used often in Albur. Poca madre (Really cool) 4. Ojete noun Asshole, given that the technical meaning of the word is a circular perforation or opening. blonde haired and blue eyed, dark haired and light eyed etc.) e.g. Its all yours.) Queena noun A Queen card in a deck of cards. Partir el queso verb To be the person to cut the cheese is to be the host, or most important individual within a social setting. that word is slang esa palabra es del argot. Zape noun A firm telling off, or bollocking. Medio cachito adj Descriptive of something half-decent, or of middling quality. English Translation of "meco" | Collins Spanish-English Dictionary Fulana/o noun Nondescript way of referring to a known individual. (absorbent garment) (Latin America) a. diaper (United States) Un beb recin nacido necesita muchos culeros.A newborn baby needs many diapers. Puetero noun A wanker in British English. Vali (Madre) exclam Descriptive of a thing which is finished, or broken. Paracaidista noun An individual who arrives from another part of the country, usually a rural-to-urban migrant, who builds their home on a piece of land that does not belong to them. - Ya entend. - ndale!. Aporreado noun A dish typical to the Tierra Caliente in which dried beefsteak, egg, beans, tomatoes and spices are stewed together. (slang) (smuggler) a. mule (slang) Arrestaron a dos culeras en la frontera.Two mules were arrested at the border. Also Chicole. Literal meaning: Molar (tooth) This one is also derived from the Cal language, and it's a verb that means "to be worth it.". Cuajar verb To solidify or become firm (think of jelly setting). Se hizo en la casa de un servidor (It was done in my house). is correct, while Quin pomp las chelas is not. Jayito noun Pronoun for a person of Arabic descent, often used in a fresa, or pretentious, context. To explain something liket he person you are talking to if a five-year-old. Pata de Perro noun A pejorative description of a member of the Mexican Armed Forces. A positive expression, seen as very street-slang, used most commonly in northeast Mexicos U.S. border region, particularly Tamaulipas. Mentar madre verb To insult someone usually using insulting phrases regarding their mother. Me toca ir al cocherio maana. Jalada noun Male masturbation. Relleno noun Colloquial term for a King card in a deck of playing cards. Welcome to our online Spanish Slang Dictionary Directory featuring more than 70 Spanish slang dictionaries available, organized by country. Valer Madre verb Of something to come to an end, break or become defunct. Chale exp An expression of disappointment or frustration. Stems from the days of mounted highwaymen, who would rob carriages on horseback. e.g. Periodicazo noun A damaging or scandalous newspaper story. Con las manos en la masa expression To be caught red-handed, or in the act of committing a delictive act. Montado noun A dish typical to northern Mexico, particularly Chihuahua, in which beans and cheese are sandwiched between two flour tortillas, and then topped with a filling, creating what is essentially a stuffed double-tortilla taco. Common Mexican Slang Words and Expressions 1. : 'O que ests embarazada. Asafata noun An air hostess. Aguas! Chilo adj A Baja-Californian equivalent of Chido. adj Descriptive of an individual who is easy-going, happy or relaxed. Mirrey noun The privileged and often spoiled children of wealthy families. Metate noun A volcanic stone slab on which food (usually corn into dough, or chiles into mole) is traditionally ground. Chingada Madre! Spanish Slang- Spanish Nicknames of People and Cities; Chilean Spanish Slang; Classic Spanish Songs; Argentine Spanish Slang; Spanish Slang- That's Cool; Tejate noun A drink typical to the central valleys of Oaxaca, made from corn and cacao, it is typical for the tiny flowers which are added, and form a light and tasty foam on its surface when served. Mexican Slang: 50 Spanish Words and Expressions to Sound Like - FluentU Se estan chingando la lana (They are stealing the money). Also Pueta. The oxford dictionary of slang. Bolillo noun A bread roll, or individual sized piece of bread. The expression stems from the Castilian Spanish expression for France. Tragar Camote expression To be unattentive, or distracted. e.g. La neta es que me cagas (The truth be told, you are very irritating). Dar Lata verb To make problems, or nag. e.g. Bajo noun The region of central Mexico, running from Puebla State in the east, and comprising Mexico City and the region up to Zacatecas in the northwest. Este pinche guey como me caga (This fucking guy really pisses me off). Tenemos maciza, costilla o montalayo (We have lean meat, rib, or tripe). e.g. exclam Traditionally shouted when cash falls to the floor, often in the form of coins, signifying a free-for-all in that whoever grabs the money keeps what they gather. No hay moros en la costa expression Literal equivalent of The coast is clear in English. Urban Dictionary: Mexican e.g. e.g. It is not a race, it is a nationality. Ladronzuelo noun A professional mugger. La Pera A particularly sharp turn along the road from Mexico City to Cuernavaca. Chavindeca noun A dish native to the tierra caliente reigon of Michoacan State, consisting meat and cheese sandwiched between two large grilled corn tortillas,. e.g,. e.g. noun A hot flush, most commonly used for the symptoms of female menopause. ndale exclam 1. Used to signify the difference between the letters B and V, which are pronounced similarly. noun The figure of Death. Mexicans have a great love for this vechile given that it is robust, and almost never fails. To have verbal-diarrhea. Fresa adj Posh, spoiled, with aspirations to, or pertaining to the higher end of society. bueyes nos toc arar, Con esos expression Meaning that a person has no option but to work or collaborate with certain other individuals, even though they may not be apt for the task. Online Spanish Slang Dictionary Directory: 70+ Spanish Slang Titles Hidrocalido noun A native of the state of Aguascalientes. Bullshit. Mole noun A sauce made from chiles and other herbs, nuts and spices ground traditionally on a metate. Buchn noun A male member of the Sinaloa Cartel. Literally a pansy flower.