In Venezuelan slang, 'zamuro' is a term that refers to a vulture. However, it is often used metaphorically to describe someone who takes advantage of others' misfortunes. Examples Spanish: No te conviertas en un zamuro, aprovechándote de la desgracia de los demás. English: Don't become a vulture, taking advantage of others' misfortune.

A term used in certain Spanish-speaking regions to describe a big mess, disorder, or chaos. It can also refer to a loud argument or disruption. Examples Spanish: Después de la fiesta, la casa quedó en un total zaperoco. English: After the party, the house was left in total chaos.

A term used in Spain to describe someone or something that is grubby, dirty or scruffy. It can be used for both people and objects. Examples Spanish: No quiero que juegues con ese niño, siempre está tan zarrapastrozo. English: I don't want you to play with that boy, he's always so scruffy.

A vulgar slang term in Spanish, often used to refer to a large stick or, in some contexts, a male genital organ. It can also be used as an offensive term to refer to a person. Examples Spanish: Ese vergajo siempre está causando problemas en el barrio. English: That jerk is always causing trouble in […]

In Spanish slang, 'tronera' is often used to describe a difficult or complicated situation. It can also refer to a big mistake or blunder. Examples Spanish: Estoy en una tronera, perdí mi trabajo y todavía tengo muchas deudas que pagar. English: I'm in a mess, I lost my job and I still have a lot […]

Venezuelan slang term which refers to a homemade firework or a dangerous situation. Examples Spanish: Ese tumbarrancho que hicieron en la calle fue muy peligroso. English: That homemade firework they made on the street was very dangerous.

A term used in Venezuela to refer to a small insect, specifically a type of centipede. Not commonly used in other Spanish-speaking countries. Examples Spanish: ¡Cuidado! Hay un tuqueque en el suelo. English: Watch out! There is a tuqueque on the floor.

A term used in some Latin countries to refer to something that belongs to the person being spoken to. It is a combination of 'tuyo' (yours) and 'yo' (I), implying 'it's yours and I acknowledge it'. Examples Spanish: Ese coche es tuyuyo, yo no lo tocaré. English: That car is yours, I won't touch it.

A colloquial term primarily used in Colombia to describe a person who is capable of doing many different types of jobs or tasks. It's commonly used to refer to a handyman or jack of all trades. Examples Spanish: Necesito contratar a un todero que pueda arreglar tanto la electricidad como la plomería de mi casa. […]

In slang context, 'tostada' refers to someone who is exhausted or burned out. Originally, it's a type of traditional Mexican dish. Examples Spanish: Después de trabajar todo el día, estoy tostada. English: After working all day, I'm burned out.

In some Latin American countries, 'totona' is a slang term typically used to refer to a woman's private parts. It's often used in informal or vulgar contexts. Examples Spanish: Ella estaba tan ebria que se cayó y se lastimó la totona. English: She was so drunk that she fell and hurt her private parts.

A deceptive or fraudulent scheme; trickery. Examples Spanish: Esa oferta de trabajo era una trácala para sacarme dinero. English: That job offer was a trick to take my money.

A term used in Venezuela and Colombia to refer to a large tequeño, which is a popular snack in these countries made of cheese wrapped in dough and fried. Examples Spanish: Voy a comerme un tequeñón, tengo mucha hambre. English: I'm going to eat a large tequeño, I'm very hungry.

A term used in Colombia to refer to someone who is very attached to their homeland or native region, or someone who shows typical customs and traditions of their home place. Examples Spanish: Juan es muy tierrúo, siempre habla de su pueblo natal y sigue todas sus tradiciones. English: Juan is very tierrúo, he always […]

In Venezuelan slang, 'tobo' is a term used to refer to a large container or bucket, typically used for storing water. Examples Spanish: Por favor, tráeme el tobo para llenarlo de agua. English: Please, bring me the bucket to fill it with water.

In Spanish slang, 'tablas' refers to a tie or a draw, specifically in games or competitions. It can also mean balance or equality in a situation. Examples Spanish: Jugamos una partida de ajedrez y terminamos en tablas. English: We played a game of chess and ended up in a draw.

In certain Spanish-speaking regions, 'taita' is a slang term used to refer to one's father or an older man in a respectful and affectionate manner. It can also be used to refer to a wise or respected man. Examples Spanish: Mi taita siempre me da buenos consejos. English: My dad always gives me good advice.

A term used in the Canary Islands, Spain, to refer to a tool, object or thing whose name is forgotten or unknown. It can also be used to describe a situation that is complicated or messed up. Examples Spanish: No encuentro el tarajallo para abrir las botellas de vino. English: I can't find the thingamajig […]

A slang term from Colombia referring to a traditional game played in the region, similar to horseshoes. It can also be used colloquially to refer to a goal or target in a broader context. Examples Spanish: Vamos a jugar un partido de tejo este fin de semana. / Necesitamos definir el tejo de nuestro proyecto. […]

A Spanish slang term mostly used in Spain, 'sobrao' is typically used to describe someone who is overly confident, arrogant or cocky. Examples Spanish: Pedro siempre actúa como si supiera todo, es un sobrao. English: Pedro always acts like he knows everything, he's such a show-off.

In Spanish slang, 'solitaria' commonly refers to a person who is alone or prefers to be alone. It's often used to describe someone who is solitary or a loner. Examples Spanish: Ella es muy solitaria, prefiere leer un libro en casa que salir con amigos. English: She is very solitary, she prefers to read a […]

A shortened form of 'absoluto', used to emphasize a point or agreement. Similar to 'absolutely' in English. Examples Spanish: ¿Estás seguro de que quieres ir al cine? ¡Sute! English: Are you sure you want to go to the movies? Absolutely!

A term used in Venezuela to describe a person who is snobbish, pretentious, or comes from a high social class. Examples Spanish: Ese tipo se comporta como un sifrino, siempre mirando a los demás por encima del hombro. English: That guy acts like a snob, always looking down on others.

A term used in the Dominican Republic that refers to a person who is very lucky or fortunate. Examples Spanish: Ese chico siempre gana en el casino, es un seibó. English: That guy always wins at the casino, he's such a lucky person.

A Spanish slang term used primarily in Mexico and Central America, 'ruchar' means to sleep or to take a nap. Examples Spanish: Estoy muy cansado, voy a ruchar un rato. English: I'm very tired, I'm going to take a nap for a while.

A term commonly used in Latin America, particularly in Mexico, to refer to the act of driving around aimlessly or for leisure, often without a specific destination. Examples Spanish: Vamos a ruletear por la ciudad para pasar el tiempo. English: Let's drive around the city to pass the time.

A colloquial term commonly used in Latin America, particularly in Colombia and Venezuela, which means 'to party', 'to dance', or 'to go out and have fun'. Examples Spanish: Este fin de semana vamos a rumbear hasta el amanecer. English: This weekend we are going to party until dawn.

The slang term 'rayarse' in Spanish refers to becoming obsessed or worried about something to the point of distraction. It's like saying 'to freak out' or 'to obsess' in English. Examples Spanish: Dejó de comer porque se rayó con perder peso. English: He stopped eating because he became obsessed with losing weight.

A shortened form of 'repelente', used to describe someone who is annoying or unbearable. Examples Spanish: No puedo aguantar más a Juan, es un repele. English: I can't stand Juan anymore, he's so annoying.

In Spanish slang, 'resolver' refers to finding a solution or fixing a problem. It may also mean to manage or get by in difficult circumstances. Examples Spanish: No tengo dinero ahora, pero voy a resolver. English: I don't have money right now, but I'm going to figure it out/resolve it.