Triki
Means time out. It is used by children to claim safety or a temporary break during games like tag.
A: I caught you, Pablito. B: Noooo, I had called triki, you cheater.
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Tag: diversion
Definitions tagged diversion in the street dictionary.
PanamáConfeti
Small pieces of colored paper used to fill piñatas, decorate at parties, or throw over people during celebrations.
A: What should we put in the girl's piñata? B: Candies and confeti, I mean, what else are we going to put in it?
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Corrinche
Running around in a wild, disorganized way. The term is typically used to describe a group of children playing boisterously or running amok.
A: Because you were in the middle of the corrinche, you fell down. Look how scraped up your knee is. B: Don't squeeze it so hard, grandma, it really hurts.
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demencia
An act of wild, primitive fun and a release of basic instincts, usually referring to a party that gets very rowdy.
A: Hey, how was Carlitos party? B: Oh, that was total demencia, man. (In Panama, mansa is a slang intensifier meaning huge or great).
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Dar una vuelta
Means to go for a stroll, take a drive, or head out to clear your head. It is used to describe leisure time spent with friends or by yourself.
A: Mom, I will be back soon, I am going to dar una vuelta with Jose. B: Okay, son, be careful.
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caravana
A big night out, a party, or a session of heavy partying. It refers to hitting the town with friends, usually to a nightclub, with the intent to celebrate (in Argentina, this often implies a night of partying that lasts until well after sunrise).
- This Friday we are going out on a caravana.
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ArgentinaChurria
Slang for a crushing victory or a total blowout in a sports match or competition.
"They played the final against Barcelona and gave them a churria" or "When are we playing soccer to give you a churria?"
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Bodrio
A total drag or something extremely dull and poorly made. It refers to a situation, event, or object that is a complete bore.
Turn off this movie, it is a total bodrio.
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embole
A state of total boredom or something that is a real drag.
Working at my office is a total embole.
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copado
Cool, great, or fun. It is used to describe something enjoyable, a likable person, or to indicate that someone is really into or hooked on something.
I am really copado with these PlayStation games.
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Usted está en las drogas
To suggest someone is using drugs based on their reckless or erratic behavior. It is frequently used rhetorically or as a joke to tell someone they are acting crazy or making a very bad decision.
My friend, usted está en las drogas? Hanging out with those people is dangerous, stealing a car will bring you trouble. / Today I am going to go paragliding off that mountain... usted está en las drogas?
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VenezuelaVacilar
To tease someone, pull their leg, or mess with them. To joke around or make comments in a mocking or playful way.
They are vacilando her with the story that they saw her with her lover. / What do you mean you are getting married? Are you vacilando me?
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chantin
A slang term used to refer to someone's house, home, or crib (likely derived from the English word shanty).
Are we going to your chantin or mine? | The party is at Karla's chantin.
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A la garata con puño
A game or scramble where coins are tossed into the air for a crowd, usually children, to fight for and grab as many as they can.
A la garata con puño is a lot of fun.
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República DominicanaBIRRIA
An informal, often intense match or marathon gaming session with friends or family. It is most commonly used for pickup sports and video games.
'Lucas, there is a soccer birria at my house on Saturday' : 'Want to get a Call of Duty birria going tomorrow?'
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Mamar gallo
To tease, pull someone's leg, or mess with someone. It refers to joking around or not being serious with another person.
'You are not going to mamar gallo with me, I know what you are planning' and 'Don't you come here to mamarme gallo.'
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No, asi si es
A sarcastic expression used to mock what someone just said, usually implying they are being naive, foolish, or ridiculous. It is equivalent to saying 'Oh, sure' or 'Yeah, right' when you do not believe someone or think they are making a mistake.
'No, asi si es, keep thinking that way.' 'You are getting married? No, asi si es.'
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Vacilon
Refers to someone or something that is hilarious, entertaining, or a total blast.
This is a real vacilon; That guy is a total vacilon.
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en coro
To be hanging out with a group of friends, chilling, or messing around together. (In the Dominican Republic, a coro refers to the social group itself or the act of gathering together).
We are en coro.
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churnia
A churnia is the hottest girl in the pack, a leader who can attract multiple guys with ease. They are the life of the party and do not come cheap, holding out for the best option. They charm men effortlessly until they are hooked; she is the classic femme fatale.
Megan Fox in the movie Jennifer's Body. Like a Mean Girl (known as Chicas Pesadas in Mexico) or the classic school Barbie who does whatever she wants whenever she wants.
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MéxicoQuisqueya Park
A famous permanent amusement park in Santo Domingo that operated from the 1980s until the early 1990s. Located on the site of the current National Conservatory of Music, it was a central landmark for family entertainment, featuring iconic rides like the Super 8 roller coaster and the Enterprise. A tragic accident on the Enterprise ride, along with other factors, led to its decline and eventual closure. It remains a major point of nostalgia for Dominicans who grew up during that era. (Quisqueya is the Taino name for the island, often used as a synonym for the Dominican Republic).
Come live and enjoy the most beautiful adventure / At the Quisqueya Park amusement park
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Parque Intrepido con Alan Brito
The leading children and family TV program in the Dominican Republic, winner of the Casandra Awards in 2007 and 2008 (the Casandra Awards, now known as the Soberano Awards, are the highest honors for Dominican artists). The show is hosted by Alan Brito and mixes education with entertainment, featuring contests between the Turbo and Fashion teams, guest stars, and the Intrepichicas dance group. It includes interactive segments like Pride of my Country and is famous for its nationwide concert tours. Parque Intrepido con Alan Brito is the show that connects most with what you like.
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Resbaleta
A local term for a playground slide (commonly used in the town of El Puerto de Santa Maria, Cadiz).
I went down the resbaleta.
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EspañaPlay Station
A world-famous video game console created by Sony. With the PlayStation 3, it is so expensive that nobody can sink their teeth into it (afford to buy it).
- Dude, let's go play Play Station.
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