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llanta (lit.: tire)-a general prison slang used by Mexicans or Mexican-Americans referring to very dark skinned individuals. Prieto Used to describe dark people. Roto, used in Peru, Bolivia and Argentina to refer to Chileans. Yorugua, mild word used in Argentina to refer to Uruguayans. (Uruguayo in vesre).
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- Qué padre! — Cool! This phrase’s literal translation, “How father!” , doesn’t make much sense at all, but it can be understood to mean “cool!” or “awesome!”
- Me vale madre — I don’t care. This phrase is used to say “I don’t care.” It’s not quite a curse, but it can be considered offensive in more formal situations.
- Poca madre — Really cool. Literally translated as “little mother,” this phrase is used to describe something really cool. Once again, this phrase can be considered offensive (and is mostly used among groups of young men).
- Fresa — Preppy. Literally a “strawberry,” a fresa is not something you want to be. Somewhat similar to the word “preppy” in the United States, a fresa is a young person from a wealthy family who’s self-centered, superficial and materialistic.
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Oct 18, 2023 · Mexican Spanish is replete with a ton of slang terminology that often has some strange and confusing literal translations; however, if you’re new to the world of Mexican Spanish, then you need to read these important phrases for travel and to learn the history of Mexican Spanish with essential dirty sayings and slang.
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Jul 25, 2023 · Milena Andrade. Jul 25, 2023 6 min read. Mexico is known for its vibrant culture, traditional heritage, and a lively language. This language isn't just limited to the formal Spanish you would learn from a textbook, but a mixture of slangs and phrases, full of flavor and vividness.
Get a compilation of 75 common Mexican Spanish slang phrases and expressions. It provides definitions and explanations for each expression, offering insights into the colorful and dynamic language used in Mexico.
