Words and definitions Weón Penca has contributed to the street dictionary.
A private party or gathering where several people participate in group sex without exclusive partners.
Did you hear that the party at the country house ended in one hell of an orgia and everything turned into a total mess?
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Someone who is very sharp, street-smart, and clever at finding ways to get ahead. It describes a person who is always one step ahead and will not let others take advantage of them.
Don't trust that innocent look on his face, the guy is really pillo and he already knows how he is going to win the bet against us.
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To be in a committed relationship or date someone exclusively. It describes the stage where a couple is officially together (in Chile, this term is the standard way to say someone is your boyfriend or girlfriend, whereas the word novio usually implies being engaged).
We have been pololeando for almost a year and we have already met each other's families.
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Someone who fakes interests or an artificial personality to fit in or get attention. It refers to a person who pretends to be a fan or adopts a specific style just to follow a trend, without it being an authentic part of their identity.
Don't buy that guy's story, he is a total POSERO and only wore that Metallica t-shirt (polera is the standard Chilean term for t-shirt) so people would pay attention to him at the party.
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Used to confirm that someone is spot on or has understood a situation perfectly. It is an informal, enthusiastic way to say exactly or bingo.
If we leave now we avoid the whole afternoon traffic jam, right? ecole cua, that is the idea!
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Used to describe someone who is exceptionally sharp, cunning, or quick-witted. This is an individual who is always alert to opportunities and won't let anyone push them around or take advantage of them.
Be careful when negotiating with the sales manager because he is a diablo and he will end up talking you into anything.
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A derogatory term used for a man with an excessive and ridiculous obsession with anime and Japanese culture. It is used to mock someone who never stops talking about or consuming nothing but cartoon nonsense. (In Chile, people often dismissively refer to any anime as monitos chinos, or Chinese cartoons, regardless of its actual origin).
Don't be such an otaku and stop buying those Chinese cartoon figures that cost a fortune.
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Refers to a real solid person who is always willing to do favors or lend a hand. It is a positive way to describe someone who is helpful, kind, and generous with their time.
My neighbor was a real paleta and helped me change the tire when my car broke down.
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A formal or ironic term for a kiss. It is used to sound mock-sophisticated or to tease friends with pretentious, old-fashioned vocabulary.
Come on, give me an ósculo goodbye before I get on the micro (the standard name for a city bus in Chile).
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Someone obsessed with cumbia villera music who usually comes from working-class or marginalized areas, often linked to the flaite identity. They are seen as the cultural successors of the former fans of sound music in Chile. (Cumbia villera is a subgenre of cumbia originating in Argentine slums, flaite is a Chilean term for a street-oriented subculture, and sound is a local 1990s style of cumbia).
That kid went totally Villero, now he never takes off his soccer jersey and spends all day listening to Pibes Chorros.
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Used to describe an extremely bold and determined guy who does not back down from anything. It highlights the bravery of a man who faces difficult situations with a lot of guts.
He did not care that it was three against one and he stood his ground anyway, the kid turned out to be really mampo.
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Used to describe a thin person or as a friendly way to address a man, whether a friend or a stranger, regardless of his actual weight. It is a very common way to get someone's attention in daily conversation (in Chile, physical traits are frequently used as neutral nicknames).
Hey, flaco, could you tell me what time the bus passes by on this street?
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A vulgar Chilean term meaning to fuck. It is the most common and blunt way to refer to the sexual act in everyday slang.
That dude won't stop bragging about how he culió some girl he met at the party last night.
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In Chile, a term for gay men who are very effeminate and flamboyant, adopting feminine gestures or identity. It refers to someone who acts overtly feminine without restraint.
The party was super boring until that loca cousin of mine arrived in heels and started putting on a show.
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A very common Chilean slang term for wanking or jerking off. It refers to the act of manual masturbation, primarily used in reference to men.
Stop doing the MANFINFLA and focus on finishing your homework for tomorrow instead.
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A very common Chilean slang term for masturbation, used primarily by and about men. It is a vulgar and informal way to refer to wanking or jerking off.
That kid spends all his time locked in his room just jerking the MANFINFLA.
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A person with a scruffy appearance or low-class manners who causes others to feel suspicious or uneasy. It refers to someone who looks sketchy or trashy.
Let's watch our backpacks, some pirujas are coming this way looking like trouble.
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Used to describe someone who is clumsy, slow on the uptake, or acts like a dummy. It is a common insult for a person who makes basic mistakes or lacks common sense (in Chile, the term suggests the person is as empty or useless as a sack).
You are such a bolsa, how could you think of leaving the refrigerator door open all night!
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The most common way to agree or say yes in everyday Chilean speech, equivalent to okay or sure. Some speculate it comes from the German word jawohl. It is often combined with po (a common Chilean filler word derived from pues) for extra emphasis.
Will you walk me to the bus stop so I do not go alone? Ya po, let's go right away.
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Refers to a person who is street-smart, sharp, or opportunistic, knowing exactly how to take advantage of a situation for personal gain. It describes a sly individual who uses tricks or plays at the edge of the rules to get what they want.
You have to be more Vivo with your change because that kiosk guy is always trying to screw over customers who are not paying attention.
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An elaborate lie or tall tale told with smooth-talking skill to convince others. It describes a fabricated story used by someone with the gift of gab to distort reality.
Don't believe a word that crazy guy says, what he told you was just a bunch of Toyo so he wouldn't get in trouble!
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Slang for the penis of a person with a feminine appearance, found unexpectedly by a sexual partner.
The guy was stunned when he realized the girl he brought home from the party came with a sorpresa.
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A vulgar slang term used in south-central Chile for male seminal fluid. It is an informal synonym for cum or jizz.
Watch out, you got moca all over your shirt!
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A playful, collective pummeling where a group of people showers someone with soft hits or shoves. It is a common way for friends to celebrate someone or just mess around without the intent of causing real harm.
After the match, we gave the goalie a camotera because he made a massive save in the last minute.
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Describes someone who is usually grumpy, annoying, or messy and becomes the constant target of group teasing, but is nonetheless a valued friend (the term draws on the stereotype of a difficult mother-in-law).
Even though the chubby guy is such a suegra and is always complaining about everything, we still invite him to the BBQs because we are fond of him.
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Refers to a person who is slow on the uptake, sluggish, or lacks initiative. It describes someone passive who misses opportunities because they do not get their act together or react in time. (In Chile, pega is a common term for job.)
Geez, Cristian is so Queda'o, he got fired from his job a month ago and he still hasn't started looking for anything new.
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A common and usually mocking nickname for someone who wears glasses. It is a classic way to tease someone for their poor eyesight or simply for the fact that they are wearing spectacles.
Hand the remote to the cuatro ojos, let's see if with his glasses on he finally hits a button.
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A slang expression meaning no way or not a chance, typically used in the rhyming phrase naca la pirinaca (a pirinaca is a traditional spinning top). It also refers to a street-involved woman who stands outside parties to ask for money.
Are you going to give me the homework? Naca la pirinaca, do it yourself.
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A massive online entertainment platform where users play in countless virtual worlds created by the community. It is extremely popular among young kids (cabros chicos: a Chilean slang term for children) and teenagers due to its variety of minigames and real-time interaction.
My nephew spends the whole weekend hooked on Roblox with his friends from school.
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Used to describe someone who is visibly drunk or has a strong buzz after drinking quite a bit. It is a common Chilean term for being tipsy or wasted.
Lucho showed up to the party super entonao and started singing at the top of his lungs.
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A slang adjective for something shitty, pathetic, or paltry. It describes objects, wages, or situations that are low-quality or so small they are disappointing.
The bonus they paid us at the end of the month was super cagón, it is not enough for anything.
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A Chilean term for a woman's smoking hot body or incredible figure, specifically emphasizing her curves and silhouette over her facial features.
The foreign girl who moved into the building has a killer forro, she drove all the guys crazy when she walked past the pool.
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A colloquial and slightly vulgar term for the armpit. It is the standard word used when referring to someone with bad body odor.
Damn, the smell of sobaco is so strong on this bus, you can tell nobody used deodorant today. (In Chile, a micro is a city bus).
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A kickback or under-the-table payment given to corrupt someone and get a favor. It is a bribe usually offered to officials to skirt the law or speed up red tape.
My buddy tried to hand a coima to the carabinero (Chilean national police officer) so he would not impound his car, but it backfired and they took him into custody.
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A term used for extremely dangerous areas or contexts marked by drug trafficking and criminals far more violent than the local norm. It describes an environment of organized crime and total insecurity (In Chile, this refers to a perception of increased violence and organized crime tropes often associated with foreign cartels).
That neighborhood got way too dangerous, it is like colombia because of the level of criminals hanging around now.
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A term for an extremely attractive man with an incredible physique who arouses a lot of desire. It is a colloquial expression for a total stud or the ultimate hot guy who is irresistible (mino is a common Chilean term for an attractive man).
Hey, did you see the guy who just walked into the gym? He is a total papasote, I am obsessed.
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Describes a woman who is very horny or experiencing intense sexual desire. It is a slang term for someone feeling especially fired up and ready for action.
Cata has been super arrecha since she started seeing that new guy.
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An adjective used to describe something that stands out for its excellent quality or is highly impressive and stylish. It indicates that an object or situation is top-tier or looks very cool.
You really outdid yourself with the design of your new room, it turned out so P.R.O.
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Animal fat, specifically lard, used as a staple ingredient in cooking to provide flavor and a soft texture to doughs and fried foods. (In Chile, manteca refers to lard or shortening, distinguishing it from butter).
The secret for making homemade kneaded bread stay really soft is adding a good spoonful of manteca to the flour before you start kneading.
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A traditional and colloquial name for the harmonica in Chile. (Tonadas are a style of traditional Chilean folk music).
Grandpa is always carrying his musica in his jacket pocket to play some folk tunes after lunch.
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In everyday Chilean Spanish, this is the name for a sunflower. It refers to both the tall-stemmed plant and its characteristic large yellow flower.
I love going to the countryside this time of year because the fields are full of blooming maravillas.
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Chilean slang referring to the penis, primarily used as an exclamation of shock, fright, or disbelief. It is a versatile word used to react to sudden, nerve-wracking events (Chilean slang frequently repurposes anatomical terms as general-purpose interjections).
chostomo, you have me shaking after that huge crash we almost had!
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To be in a committed, official romantic relationship without being married. It is the standard Chilean term for dating or having a boyfriend or girlfriend (Chileans typically use the word 'novios' only for engaged couples).
Hey, did you hear that Nacho finally started to pololear with his best friend's sister?
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Used to describe animals that lack a tail or have a very short one. It is also used for people with very curly hair, and for those missing an arm or a hand.
That cat is choco because it had an accident when it was little and lost its tail, but it still runs super fast.
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Describes a troublemaker who is always looking for a fight or ready to throw punches. It refers to a confrontational person who never backs down from a brawl (in Chile, rosca is a slang term for a fight).
We had to get my cousin out of the bar because he started acting rosquero with the people at the next table over something stupid.
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Refers to someone who is totally hooked or smitten with a romantic interest. It describes being head over heels in love, having that person on your mind all day long.
Seba is super agarrado with his coworker: he gets all nervous every time she says hi to him.
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