Me la pel (They performed fellatio upon me), exclam Offensive and aggressive insult. Me la compre en cien varos. Chilangolandia noun Mexico City. e.g. Literally Im not a gold coin. De plano expression Meaning straight-up or without beating around the bush. Also Zape. In Mexican culture, corn is the most delicious and commonly eaten carbohydrate, and maiz prieto means dark-coloured corn. nasty, or bad. Darn!. Pejorative description. Often with loud music and dancing. Comes from the word for rocket. Chido adj. Patinada verb The action of mopping ones plate after finishing a meal. e.g. Cana al aire noun A non-committal sexual fling. Pata de Perro noun A pejorative description of a member of the Mexican Armed Forces. Literally, give it to yourself.. Hacerle la jarocha verb To tell someone off, or to give someone a bollocking in the British idiom. Nochtli noun The Tuna fruit in the Nahuatl language. Temazcal noun A prehispanic steam bath, in which a brew of herbs is poured over hot volcanic stones. Cabal exclam South Mexican and Guatemalan exclamation in the affirmative, as in exactly!. Defeo An antiquated term for a native of Mexico City, given that the capital state was once named Distrito Federal. e.g. See other entry for details. 2. Fichar verb To pay for someone elses bill. Porfiriato noun The historical period of 1876 to 1911 during which General Porfirio Diaz ruled Mexico as president/dictator. Fregon(a) adj Excellent, or of top quality. African American slang is a signicant part of African American Vernacular English (AAVE) and an important component of American . Chingada Madre! Simn exclam Affirmation meaning yes. e.g. noun A message sent via the social media messaing platform WhatsApp. ( I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy, that's for sure) 35. Jovenazo noun Term used to describe a virile or energetic young person. Literally a grey hair to the wind. Pasar por los huevos verb To ignore something or someone, usually with contempt. It would be extremely ill-advised to refer to an air hostess in this way. Meridano noun A native of the city of Mrida. Tostn noun The monetary amount of fifty pesos. Everybody understands it in Mxico. Jartera. This is not a common term, as it comes more from Central America, but it is widely understood throughout the country. e.g. Literally to have a chickens heart. It is a shortened version of the phrase Que Vergonsoso (how shameful/embarrassing). noun Mexico City. verb To engage in light-hearted conversation. Clamato noun A tomato juice-based drink, with seafood flavouring, which is most often mixed with sauces, Bloody Mary style, to make clamato preparado. No conozco el pozole verde de Chilapa, pero el de Acapulco me gusta mucho.. e.g. The word has no reference to the exact age of an adult woman, it is used simply to indicate that the female in question is now considered an adult by the speaker. Most often decorated with feathers. Gringo noun A U.S. citizen, most often of European descent. Perro 1. The term can sometimes be offensive. Regio noun A native of the city of Monterrey. 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. bad, unpleasant, of poor quality, e.g. All esta la papa expression Signifying the weakest link in any system. Literally, to have a long canine tooth, referring to predatory animals who, when they have survived for a long time in the wild, have very long and sharp teeth, and are expert in the hunting of their prey. Echar la mano verb To help someone. quitar la pelota. 9. e.g. ( Would anyone like to try my ceviche? ongo noun A ramshackle dwelling built into the walls of the Tijuana River, where homeless people live. Therefore, Quin pomp chelas? (who bought the beers?) Lagunero noun A native of the city of Torren, Coahuila. From the verb Agandallar. Para el refresco, means give me a tip. Literally If you dont know God, then youll kneel to any saint. Rubia de farmacia noun A peroxide blonde. e.g. Dos-Tres expression A very chilango way of saying probably, or more likely than not. e.g. Most often heard as the phrase Me caga(s). A female partner, girlfriend, wife or hanger-on, of a member of the Sinaloa Cartel. Sign up with your email address to get notifications about Alasdairs latest work. adj Of a style pertaining to Mexican-American gang culture. Literally, the water doesnt reach the cistern. Penultima noun The final beverage of a drinking session, the final drink being the one taken before you die. Literally, to do something with your buttocks. 24. Ometeotl expression Nahuatl saying meaning Two Gods or Two Forces. e.g. Close equivalent to "ghetto" in English. This eBook contains 45 pages and 1000+ words and phrases in Spanish, with English translations of course. Koreans, Vietnamese, Mongolians, etc, are all lumped into this category. Bara Bara! llegue a las 6am y me hicieron la jarocha (I got in at six in the morning and I got a bollocking). In Mexican slang, chamarra means jacket. This is a glossary intended to inform those who want to know the meanings of common Mexican terms, not to stir up controversy or ill-feeling. adj Descriptive of an individual who is easy-going, happy or relaxed. Me vuelves a hacer eso, y te voy a partir la madre (You do that to me again, and Ill beat the shit out of you). e.g. Zagun noun A large door or entrance. Chilango noun A native of Mexico City. 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. Ojete noun Asshole, given that the technical meaning of the word is a circular perforation or opening. Golfato noun A persons sharpened sense for easy women. Telera noun A style of crusty bread, baked in individual portion size, which is the most common form of a torta. Pararse el culo expression To act in a pretentious of superior manner. e.g. Stems from the phrase Mndame. Pulque noun The fermented juice of the agave, turned into a popular alcoholic drink, generally with an ABV of around 5%. 2. noun A disgraceful thing or act. Campal noun A brawl, or fight involving more than two pugilists. Example sentences from real language to show how the word is used. Estribo, el del noun The final beverage of a drinking session. 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. (**** yeah!) i.e. Literally to skate. Amanerado adj A man who has an effeminate manner, or camp. Fraile noun A Campeche dessert consisting of meringue and fried churro-like tortilla, stuffed either with coconut or Edam cheese. Junior noun The privileged children, or second generation, of parents who have generated a great deal of wealth usually from more humble beginnings. Also Valer Madre. Chongos noun A dessert known as burned milk'. Que te den. What a kicking!). Generic term for an adult woman, or women. Achichincle noun A subordinate, or employee. Juareo noun A despective term for a native of Ciudad Juarez. e.g. Batear verb To reject something or someone. This is used like 'fuck you'. Often used in the context of narcotrafficking kingpins. Also Sape. Adis = Goodbye. Charolear verb To work as a waiter, or waiting tables. i.e. It is sweetened whole milk, which is evaportaed, leaving behind the sugary curds. e.g. A less usual version of 'cop . The verb pirarse means 'to leave', so if you want to decline an invitation from your friends to go for more drinks later in the evening you can say lo siento, me piro. For older generations, it is used to describe a Mexican migrant to Mexico City, who moved to the capital from a different part of the country, but today, it is a universal term. Sobres exclam Expressing the affirmative. Since slang is constantly changing, it can be difficult to find definitions of certain terms in a printed dictionary. e.g. Teporocho noun A common alcoholic, or vagrant. Weymeans "dude" when talking to friends. e.g. e.g. Oye y tu amigo el Cacas? (Oh, and what about that horrible friend of yours?). Gato Apalabrado noun A suck-up or brown-nose. Chofer noun The driver of a vehicle, not limited to the role of chauffeur. yo te ficho los tragos (Ill pay for your drinks). a wedding. Pacheco 1. noun A stoner, or someone who enjoys smoking marijuana. Tapete noun A placemat at a dining table. Pronounced like the name. e.g. Tepito noun A notoriously dangerous neighborhood of Mexico City, to the north of the Zcalo. Some in Mexico still refer to the capital by its original name. de plano no apareci (He just straight-up didnt show). A man whose wife cheats on him, you see, isn't exactly held in high esteem. Sobaquera noun A jumbo-sized wheat tortilla, prepared in Sonora and Chihuahua, so-called because they are so large they must be rolled along the length of the arm, inevitably making them come into contact with the armpit, or sobaca. Jacal noun A shack, or rustic living shelter. (also used in Spain) 36. Mexico's "narco-cultura," a term that refers to the music, films and fashion inspired by drug cartels, has been a controversial part of life in the country. ( Ive never had Pozole Verde in Chilapa, but I like the one I had in Acapulco. A brown-nose. e.g. Lana noun Money. Me la pelas exclam Rude expression equivalent of Fuck You. Estrellarse verb To die in a fall from a great height, most usually in a plane or helicopter crash (surprisingly common in Mexico). To have verbal-diarrhea. e.g. 2. Me Caga exclam Expression meaning something or someone is irritating, or makes you angry. Literally Reverend Idiot'. Al Chile expression To get straight to the point. Que hubo exclalm Whats up? verb To enjoy oneself, or have a good time. 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). Huichol noun Indigenous peoples native to western Jalisco and Nayarit states. El Gabacho The United States, or an American person when used in the personal context. Chingadera: Something without value or importance. Palero noun An individual who is quick, or easily convinced, to change their allegiances. Guey noun, pronounced wey 1. e.g. Usually made of fibreglass and with an outboard motor attached to the back. Equivalent of I beg you pardon?. Hijole, me enchile bien cabrn (Damn! Botana noun A snack, or starter course. To be born with a silver spoon in your mouth. e.g. A su madre! Cuete noun A pistol or gun, another way of pronouncing cohete. It is also used as an intensifier (e.g., I have to go to the puta (fuckin') DMV).. @juuulian9 @kayleeshoe23 I went to get my physical today. Al Pastor noun Pork loin marinated in chili, spices and vinegar, and then stacked Shawarma or Dner-style on a vertical spit. Ojeto adj Equivalent descriptive version of Ojete, i.e. Yastas exclam Informal way of saying, or writing, ya estas (There you go). exclam Exclamation of surprise or shock. Cakito noun A young thug or would-be gangster. A term for a person of inferior intellect. Tasojkamatik expression Thank You in the Nahuatl language. 6. i.e. No tener madre adj Descriptive of something or something to be particularly malicious or bad. Quesillo noun Oaxaca cheese. 1. adj Very difficult or testing.. 2. noun Used to describe a person, and meaning depends entirely on the context.a) A bad person, or idiot. Salsa noun Any mixture of ingredients ground together, the salsa is a key element in Mexican cuisine, and present in almost every meal. Me tiene hasta la madre (Im completely sick of it). Quilombo - This is a nice slang word from Argentina and Uruguay which means "scandal", "mess" or "racket". Valer Madre verb Of something to come to an end, break or become defunct. Groseria noun. Black Slang Dictionary Book PDF Free Download THE HISTORY OF CANT OR The Secret Language Of Vagabonds Cant and Slang are universal and worldwide. Chonguitos noun The term for crossing ones fingers in the hope of receiving good luck. Literally, to cut someones testicles off. CJNG acronym Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacin. 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. ALV acronym A La Verga, roughly equivalent of fuck it/this. Cacas title Despective nickname applied to bad individuals. Love and Marriage . Ponerse vergas verb Rude version of ponerse trucha. e.g. Corunda noun A style of tamal originating from Michoacan, consisting of soft white corn dough, served with tomato sauce and cream. Agazapado adj Descriptive of someone who moves in a way so as not to be seen. Pinole noun A dry mix of ground corn flour, sugar, cinnamon and other spices, which can be either eaten on its own, or mixed with liquid to make atole. The nominal baddie in a lucha libre wrestling show. Piscar verb In northwestern Mexican indigenous communities (among whom are the Raramuri) To consume the Peyote cactus (containing mescaline) in ritual ceremony. Varo 1. noun Colloquial term for a quantity of Mexican currency. Roughly equivalent to a pub, but with a less homely feel. e.g. Me toca ir al cocherio maana. mi ex-novio se port muy gacho conmigo (My ex-boyfriend treated me very badly). It is organized by travel - related themes and ordered according to frequency of use (from the most commonly used vocabulary to more specialized terms). The tightly curled hair genetically typical of black people. Picadero noun A crack-house or drug den, so called because it is where people go to inject (picar)/. i.e. 2. adj Descriptive of something which is very good or impressive. A steal. Essentially, we'll recreate the sounds with English words, so that you know how to say each word without having to mimic a native speaker! To take advantage of someone, or screw someone over. Generic term generally meaning assent, most commonly used in Mexico City and the surrounding area. Gasolinazo noun A sudden hike in gasoline prices. adj Descriptive of an individual with rural, or unrefined tastes. Chavo/Chava A boy/girl or young person. Copili noun An Aztec, or indigenous, headdress. Literally to sink your teeth into someone. Charifete noun A bus driver. e.g. Literally Its not every day that a donkey dies, given that the work animals are seen as having longevity. Chiflar y comer pinole, no poder expression Meaning it is impossible to do two things well at the same time. You can step it up by saying: "Quiero ir de tapeo.". expression To reveal a secret or piece of gossip. Fue una ganga! (I got it for 100 pesos, it was a steal!). Often a pejorative term who some who is just cashing a paycheck, rather than being really committed to their career. Lets go or Lets move. e.g. Lingoda's expert teachers know all the latest slang and can help you with your Spanish conversation skills. They are typically noisy and rowdy places. : exclam Common insult which is relatively self explanatory. Flauta noun A deep-fried rolled-up taco, so called because it looks like a flute. noun A provincial term for a more densely populated urban area. Cantina noun A traditional, or old-fashioned, Mexican bar or drinking hole. chaparro Normally, you'd say someone is bajo if they're short (referring to their height), but Mexican slang calls for the word chaparro . To stir up trouble between other people. Tropa del Infierno noun A special forces-style militia, or armed group, pertaining to the Cartel del Noroeste. Machista noun A man who is sexist, or believes that men are more important than women, and acts accordingly in his day-to-day life. (Be careful!) The meaning of SPIC is used as an insulting and contemptuous term for a Spanish-American person. Perchern noun A jumbo-sized caballito. A m, pln is a slightly vulgar way to say "I don't care" or "no me importa". Googling produced mixed results where some said it was a fake word used only in Hollywood, others claimed it just meant friend, and some . Commonly used in the context of Mexicos northern neighbours; i.e. "Terraza" can be a patio or a rooftop. Most of the time, a naco acts unpleasantly, is not well-educated and uses certain colorful slang. Greedy, or someone who cant get their fill. Este pinche guey como me caga (This fucking guy really pisses me off). e.g. 20 Mexican Slang Words 1. Traer Tenis verb To take somebody by surprise, in whatever context. Hampn noun A gangster, from the word hampa. 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. Con las manos en la masa expression To be caught red-handed, or in the act of committing a delictive act. A rare and delicious dish, if you can find it. e.g. Quiote noun The large flowering trunk sent upwards by a mature agave, to complete its lifecycle. Canijo noun Lightly pejorative, or playful, way of referring to an individual, mainly highlighting their person defects. Aguantar Vara expression Meaning to Man-up, or endure. A la Viva Mexico, Hacer verb To do something a la Viva Mexico is to do it in an improvised, carefree, without permission or illegal manner. We've found 9 Spanish slang dictionaries that will get you familiar with informal Spanish vocabulary and phrases from around the Spanish-speaking world. Andarse Comiendo verb To be having regular, casual sex with an individual. Marquesita noun A street dish originating in the Yucatan peninsula, in which crpe batter is pressed into a large pancake in a specially-made waffle press, filled with any of a variety of toppings (although most feature Edam cheese), rolled into a tube, and eaten. Jajajaja Spanish way of writing hahahaha, the J in Castellano being soft. Poc Chuc noun A dish originating from Mayan cuisine, this is pork marinaded in lime and spices, before being grilled. Me dices tomate, y yo te hago la salsa expression Equivalent of you say jump, I say how high? Salerazo noun The drooping flesh around the tricep and upper arms which can appear during old age. Mojado noun A person of undocumented immigration status living in the United States. Up yours. Plata o Plomo exclam Expression translating literally to silver or lead, and used to describe the choice often faced by people threatened by organized crime. Feria noun A quantity of money. Commonly eaten along the countrys southern Pacific Coast. La Paleta noun The effects on an individual of consuming too much marijuana. e.g. Iban a ganar, hasta que el portero la cag (They were going to win, until the goalkeeper fucked up). Jarocho noun A native of the coast of Veracruz state. No hay moros en la costa expression Literal equivalent of The coast is clear in English. e.g. Literally, to give them cramp. This can mean really amazing or really awful, depending on how you use it - think something like 'sick' in English. Chale exp An expression of disappointment or frustration. Used to distinguish between the letters I and Y, which are pronounced similarly. For example, running a red light in your vehicle, or being cut up in traffic. Se hizo en la casa de un servidor (It was done in my house). La luz esta en roja, pero me la voy a pasar a la Viva Mexico. (The stoplight is red, but Im going anyway because Long Live Mexico!). Churro A joint, or marijuana cigarette. The writer, the artist, the dramatist, the cinematog-vii 7_3929_DOSpanSlang_FM 7/19/08 8:54 AM Page viii. noun Chicano word for organised crime gangs in the U.S. of non-hispanic heritage. Bochinchear verb To make a ruckus, or commotion, often in the context of the consumption of alcohol. Vamos a echar una bohemia (Lets get together for a drink and a sing-song/knees-up). Chingatelo/la: imperative 1. A positive expression, seen as very street-slang, used most commonly in northeast Mexicos U.S. border region, particularly Tamaulipas. Comedic term for the Diana the Huntress statue, which is a common sight in Mexican cities, given that the figure is bare-breasted. 10. Gangoso noun An individual who speaks with a very nasal voice, and often with a cleft palate, rendering them unable to pronounce words exactly. Chilo adj A Baja-Californian equivalent of Chido. is correct, while Quin pomp las chelas is not. Chayote noun Money given (usually by governments or authorities) to journalists in exchange for favourable coverage. as in, I wouldnt even do it if I were drunk. Im not picky, Ill eat anything). This comes from the time when households would toss their dirty water out; before doing so, they would yell "aguas," to those nearby to warn them. Ponchar adj To roll a joint, or skin up. a person who has died their hair colour to blonde. Pato/Patito adj Of an item which is an imitation version of the real thing. Also al chilazo. Check out MExico Relocation Guide, Thinking of moving to Mexico? a) A bad person, or idiot. Peje The nickname of President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, El Peje. Aguitado adj A sad or pensative mood. Le carg el payaso expression An expression meaning that something or someone has either died, or come to the end of its life. Mira esa madre! (Look at this shit!). Best example are street tacos. e.g. Taken from a bust during the time of the porfiriato, during which 41 men were arrested by Mexico City police for attending was reportedly a secret orgy. Also Chilangazo. Putiza noun A ferocious beating. noun Slang term equivalent of mate or buddy. Named Quisqueya (meaning "mother of all lands") by the indigenous people, it shares an Read More Dominican Spanish 101: Guide to Dominican . Also Apachurrado. Spanish is full of phrases that use the word leche, or milk. Guarapo noun The act of fellatio. Colmilludo noun A person with a great deal of experience, or wisdom. To save someones ass. exclam Lets go! Synonym of the imperative vmonos! PREFACE Something which a person might say they would eat with their eyes. Wrestlers are divided between rudos and tecnicos. exclam Expression used to indicate irritation or annoyance at another person. As in, something which one might not want to do. Chupafaros noun A loser, or an inadequate individual. (Their excuse makes no sense whatsoever). The expression stems from building materials, in which both the chemical lime (present in cement) and sand are essential in the mixture. e.g,. La Pera A particularly sharp turn along the road from Mexico City to Cuernavaca. 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. Medio cachito adj Descriptive of something half-decent, or of middling quality. Soltar el borrego Literally to release the sheep. expression To reveal a truth which will cause problems. Literally: you say tomato, and I make the sauce. Fijado adj Descriptive of a person who is easily offended, or takes everything very personally. Chido Chido means cool, awesome. Gila noun Also; loba, vampira, gatita, zorra. Caminera noun A drink, usually a beer, taken to be consumed on the way to the next destination. Comes from the expression Cuerna de Chivo. Mexicans have a huge vocabulary of swear words, which many are different from Spanish swear words when Spaniards use them. Lambiscon noun An obsequious individual. e.g. Literally to have a tail that is stepped on. venezuela, venezuelan, slang, venezolano, eslang, jerga, idioma, espaol, Thinking of Moving to Mexico? Also happysn. Aeromosa noun An air hostess, originally for Aeromexico, but can be used for any airline. e.g. A taco is a soft tortilla topped with any filling, which is picked up and consumed using the hand(s). 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. Wife, girlfriend, or long-term partner. Descriptive of a person who appears to be very powerful, rich or elegant; but in reality does not have the resources to back it up, or is hollow. Buchn noun A male member of the Sinaloa Cartel. Lencha noun Despective and offensive word for lesbian. Ladronzuelo noun A professional mugger. Literally to cost a testicle. Atascada/o adjective Descriptive of a person who wants everything for themself. A verb originating from the nahuatl native language meaning to embrace with the soul. Ese personal pronoun A very chicano way of saying him, or that guy. 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. e.g. A task which takes a great deal of effort, Chingarse algo verb To steal, shoplift or nick something. i.e. Traer Pual verb To have very convincing points of argument, which can change another persons mind or opinion. Toma, para que te persines. ( Pay me what I want! Ese wey tiene el colmillo largo (That man has a great deal of experience in what he does). El nuevo iPhone esta muy perro.. An expression most commonly used in the southeast of the country. Wey- "Dude" Let's start with the most common Mexican slang term. A dog. michael lombard actor obituary; justinas duknauskas biography; organic valley grassmilk yogurt discontinued Lucha Libre noun Mexican show-wrestling, similar to WWE-style shows in the USA. Prstame quinientos varos guey. 2. noun One. An individual who one cannot take seriously. Literally never say this water is undrinkable. ndale exclam 1. e.g. Huevos al Gusto (Eggs as you like them). Tienes la mano cargada expression You serve very strong drinks. Here is your quick guide to Dominican Spanish and Slang The Dominican Republic, or Repblica Dominicana, is a remarkably beautiful country. Take it, so you can bless yourself). Pedo While the literal translation of pedo is fart, the word is commonly used in Mexican sayings: Peda noun A drinking session, or event at which one goes to drink. This introduction describes why, how and for whom this book was written, why it is original, and what it contains. 1. noun Derogatory term for a left-leaning political activist, who most commonly expresses their views through social media. Echar al plato verb To have sex with someone; literally to put them on your plate, in the context of the phrase andarse comiendo. Its all yours.) rale is a common interjection in Mexican Spanish slang. Verle la cara verb To trick or con a person, most often connected with money. A snack or food taken between meals. Cheha adj Jarocho regional slang for blind. Caparazn noun The hard skin or armour of an animal. Para quien es pendejo, donde queda, pierde. (For he who is smart, wherever he lands, its green. When enough was amassed, this drink was available for a much lower price, but was nevertheless moustache flavoured. Literally, theres the potato. The most common Mexican groseria, which in colonial times meant to rape, but which now is equivalent to 'Fuck in English, given the vast quantity of derivatives and phrasal verbs that stem from it. Fulana/o noun Nondescript way of referring to a known individual. As in You dont need to ask permission, its your own to give. Lo mand por un tubo (They told him to piss off). Torta Ahogada noun A drowned sandwich a dish typical to Guadalajara, in which a torta is put in a bath of the same carnitas consomm which has resulted form the meats preparation. Curado de Bigote noun The dregs of a barrel of alcoholic drink. Tends to be regional term to Chilangos. An abbreviation of the word compaero. Jalada noun Male masturbation. Cacharpo noun The bus drivers assistant, or conductor on public transport. Palapa noun A structure with a thatched palm roof, most commonly found on the countrys coasts. Spanish Slang Words | Stop talking like you're reading from a Spanish dictionary! Changuitos noun Crossed-fingers, and in expectance of good luck. As early as the 1840s, buey came to refer to a " cuckold .". Me caga exclam It, or someone, irritates me. 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. Darle las tres verb To take the final few puffs on a cigarette or other smokeable item, in order to finish it. El sol esta recio hoy (The sun is very strong today). Te desayunaste payaso hoy? (Youre in a silly mood). Dar la Garra verb To give something ones all. Mexico. que buena peda anoche (What a good party that was last night), A state of complete inebriation. Las de la casa noun The term for the final round of drinks, which in Mexican culture are often expected to be given free of charge, or on the house. Equivalent to the way shit is often used in English. Taquiza noun A social event at which tacos are served. Pronounced 'Tasosh Ka Ma Tik. e.g. Also Travieso & Tremendo. Its most commonly eaten in taco form, with coriander, onion and pineapple. 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