A term used in certain regions of Mexico, 'cazuelero' is slang for a person who enjoys parties and social events. Often used in a slightly derogatory way to describe someone who is always at every party or gathering. Examples Spanish: Juan es un cazuelero, siempre está en todas las fiestas. English: Juan is a party […]

In Spanish slang, 'chalana' refers to a small boat or a dinghy, commonly used for short distances or auxiliary work. In some regions it may also refer to a person who helps someone else, often in dubious actions. Examples Spanish: 1. Vamos a cruzar el río en la chalana. 2. Juan es la chalana de […]

A colloquial term used in Venezuela and some other Latin American countries to refer to a young girl or woman. It can also be used to refer to a girlfriend. Examples Spanish: Esa chama es mi novia. English: That girl is my girlfriend.

In Puerto Rican slang, 'champola' refers to a mixed-race individual, particularly someone who is part African, Indigenous, and European ancestry. It can also refer to a type of fruit ice cream in some regions. Examples Spanish: Mi amigo es una champola, tiene una mezcla de ascendencia africana, indígena y europea. English: My friend is a […]

In Latin America, 'chapear' is commonly used to refer to cutting or pruning grass or weeds. However, in some regions like Cuba, it can also mean flirting or making out. Examples Spanish: 1. Este fin de semana tengo que chapear el jardín. 2. Ayer vi a Juan chapeando con Maria en la fiesta. English: 1. […]

A Mexican slang term used to describe someone who is boastful or brags a lot, often without reason. Examples Spanish: No hagas caso a Juan, siempre es un chavacán hablando de sus logros falsos. English: Don't pay attention to Juan, he's always a braggart talking about his false achievements.

In Spanish slang, 'chaveta' primarily refers to a short knife. However, in certain regions it also can be used to describe someone as sharp or clever. Examples Spanish: 1. Dame la chaveta, necesito cortar esto. 2. Juan es una chaveta, siempre tiene las respuestas correctas. English: 1. Give me the chaveta, I need to cut […]

In Spanish slang, 'cherna' is often used to refer to a weak, soft or coward person. It is mostly used in Spain. Examples Spanish: No seas una cherna, tienes que enfrentarte a tus miedos. English: Don't be a wimp, you have to face your fears.

A colloquial term for peas in some Hispanic regions, especially in Mexico. Examples Spanish: Voy a hacer una sopa con chícharos y zanahorias. English: I'm going to make a soup with peas and carrots.

A term commonly used in the Dominican Republic to refer to someone who is energetic, lively, or sparky. It's often used to describe kids or young people with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. Examples Spanish: Ese niño es un chispaetren, siempre está corriendo y jugando. English: That kid is such a chispaetren, he's always […]

In Spanish slang, 'chivatear' generally means to snitch or tattle on someone. It's often used when someone reveals information or secrets about others, usually in a negative context. Examples Spanish: No me voy a callar, voy a chivatear todo lo que sé. English: I'm not going to stay quiet, I'm going to snitch everything I […]

A Cuban slang term referring to large, communal parties with stew or soup made in big pots. 'Caldosa' comes from 'caldo', which means 'broth' or 'soup'. Examples Spanish: Vamos a hacer una caldosa este fin de semana para celebrar el cumpleaños de mi abuelo. English: We're going to have a 'caldosa' this weekend to celebrate […]

A colloquial term used in certain regions of Spain, particularly in Andalusia, to describe a state of excitement or eagerness. It can also refer to a mild form of infatuation or attraction. Examples Spanish: Desde que vio a esa chica, Pedro anda con los calenticos. English: Ever since he saw that girl, Pedro has been […]

A term used in some Latin American countries to denote a rogue or a cunning, crafty person. Examples Spanish: No confíes en él, es un camaján que solo busca su propio beneficio. English: Don't trust him, he's a rogue who only looks out for his own benefit.

booze, any alcoholic drink

In Spanish slang, 'canal' is often used to refer to a television channel. Examples Spanish: Mi canal favorito es el que muestra películas clásicas todo el día. English: My favorite channel is the one that shows classic movies all day.

A Chilean slang term used to refer to a person who is very skinny or thin. Examples Spanish: Ese canilluo necesita comer más, está demasiado delgado. English: That skinny guy needs to eat more, he's too thin.

A Mexican slang term used to describe a woman who is incredibly attractive or striking. It can also refer to something that is remarkably impressive or challenging. Examples Spanish: Esa chica es una cañona, todos los hombres la miran cuando pasa. English: That girl is a stunner, all the men look at her when she […]

In Spanish slang, 'cabo' is often used to mean 'boss' or 'leader'. It can also be used to refer to the end or the last of something. Examples Spanish: Juan es el cabo aquí, él toma todas las decisiones. English: Juan is the boss here, he makes all the decisions.

In certain Latin American countries, 'cabuya' is a slang term referring to a rope or cord, often used metaphorically to describe getting out of a difficult situation. Examples Spanish: Tienes que buscar tu propia cabuya para salir de este problema. English: You have to find your own rope to get out of this problem.

Cafuca in Spanish slang is used to refer to a small and usually not very clean room or house. Examples Spanish: No quiero vivir en esa cafuca, es demasiado pequeña y sucia. English: I don't want to live in that dump, it's too small and dirty.

A slang term primarily used in Spain, 'cagalera' typically refers to a bout of diarrhea or a situation that causes a lot of stress or fear. Examples Spanish: Tengo una cagalera tremenda, no sé si podré ir a la fiesta. English: I have a terrible case of diarrhea, I don't know if I can go […]

A term used to describe someone who is scared easily or is overly cautious. Literally translates to 'little shitter'. Examples Spanish: No seas un cagapoquito y súbete a la montaña rusa. English: Don't be such a cagapoquito and get on the roller coaster.

An informal term used in some regions of Spain, typically referring to small items, stuff, or things you can't name at the moment. Examples Spanish: Recoge todas tus calandracas de la mesa. English: Pick up all your stuff from the table.

In Spanish slang, 'caldo' is used to refer to a messy or complicated situation. It can also mean a problem or trouble. Examples Spanish: No quiero meterme en ese caldo, ya tengo suficientes problemas. English: I don't want to get involved in that mess, I have enough problems already.