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Pelana

A strong Yucatecan profanity of Mayan origin used as a direct insult, similar to motherfucker, or as a general exclamation of anger like goddammit. (It is specific to the Mexican states of the Yucatan Peninsula, such as Campeche and Quintana Roo).

Pelana, it did not work out!

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Méxicoby Francisco Uc Tun

Pelana

A versatile vulgarity used to curse, insult, or greet others, as well as to refer to frustrating objects. It acts as an all purpose swear word similar to bastard, fucker, or damn depending on the context. (This term is specific to the Yucatan region).

Get out of my way Pelana. What is up Pelana. I cannot get this Pelana screw out.

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Méxicoby Anónimo

Pelana

Literally meaning your mother's reproductive organ, this term is composed of three Mayan words: pel (vagina), a (your), and na (mother). In the Yucatan region of Mexico, it is a common slang term used to address others, similar to calling someone a bastard, dumbass, or jerk. (The Yucatan dialect is heavily influenced by the Mayan language).

Hey you, pelaná. (Hey you, you bastard). Used typically with someone you are very close to.

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Méxicoby Anónimo

Pelana

A generic curse word or insult used to express anger or intense annoyance. It lacks a specific literal meaning in modern usage and is used to vent frustration toward a person or situation. (The word is specific to the Yucatan region and originates from a Mayan phrase).

Pelaná, the tortilla burned.

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Méxicoby Anónimo

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