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Tag: costa

Definitions tagged costa in the street dictionary.

Cuentamelo

A greeting or exclamation used in phone calls, text messages, or in person to ask what is new or what is happening. It is a casual way to say What is up? or Tell me everything, often used to prompt a friend for news or gossip. (In Colombia, it is especially common in regions like Medellin, Cali, and the Caribbean coast).

-Hello, Sergio? -Cuentamelo, buddy!

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cocotaso

A hard smack or blow, usually delivered to the head. (It often refers to a disciplinary rap on the head with the knuckles.)

If you misbehave I am going to give you a cocotaso. Do you want me to give you a cocotaso?

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Pucha

In Costa Rica, pucha is a mild interjection used to express surprise, annoyance, or disappointment. It is used as a polite euphemism to avoid sounding vulgar.

Pucha! I did so badly on the exam!

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Bololó

A big mess, a loud commotion, or a brawl. It refers to a situation that has descended into chaos or a heated conflict, ranging from a simple ruckus to a total shitshow (primarily used on the Caribbean coast of Colombia).

When Juan insulted Pedro, they started fighting and a bololó broke out.

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Colombiaby Ambroise Retel