Words and definitions ÑAN has contributed to the street dictionary.
A colloquial term used to describe Evangelical Christians as opposed to Catholics (in the Dominican Republic, the word is a shortened version of 'convertido', meaning 'converted', implying they left the traditional Catholic faith).
The convertios don't worship the Virgin or pay tithes: the main convertios are the Pentecostals, Baptists, and Adventists.
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A large corner store that functions as a social gathering spot where people drink and listen to music played at high volumes through massive speakers. (In the Dominican Republic, these spots are neighborhood hubs that often feature outdoor seating and loud sound systems.)
That colmadón has the whole neighborhood stressed out because nobody can sleep with that music.
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A person who frequently bets at sportsbooks or gambling kiosks. The term is a slang corruption of Wall Street, comparing local gamblers to stock market traders. (In the Dominican Republic, small betting shops called bancas are ubiquitous and used for wagering on both the lottery and international sports.)
- Jose won some cash on the hockey game. - That is because Jose is a boletris and he keeps track of all the stats.
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A loud racket, shouting, or celebratory uproar (in the Dominican Republic, this often refers to loud music played in public spaces like corner stores).
That business was making a huge bulla with those speakers. When they won they made a massive bulla.
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In great quantities, loads, or a ton.
It rained por pipá; I ate por pipá.
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