Definitions tagged fuego in the street dictionary.
The practice of burning vegetation or crop residue to clear and prepare land for new planting (a traditional slash-and-burn agricultural method common in the Bolivian lowlands).
It is already time for CHAQUEO.
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Small firecrackers that explode when thrown against a hard surface, commonly used during holiday celebrations (these are small, fuse-less snaps or pop-its).
A: 'I told you not to buy bombitas for the kid, don't you see that stuff is dangerous?' B: 'I just didn't know those things went off against the rubber...'
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A sparkler or handheld firework that emits bright, star-like sparks when lit. It is a traditional item used during Christmas celebrations (In Panama, these are a staple for children to play with during the December holidays).
A: Daddy, will you buy me an estrellita? B: Yes, honey, but you have to share it with your brother.
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Kerosene, a liquid fuel used for stoves and lamps, as well as for rural chores like burning brush or trash (la quema refers to the common practice of clearing land with fire).
All the querosín spilled on the kitchen floor | They say querosín is very good for getting stains out of clothes
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To huddle or snuggle up very close to a fire to escape the biting local cold (specifically associated with the harsh winters of the Salamanca region).
I threw a blanket over myself and agarimé to the fire, but I could not get warm.
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A lighter. This term is a phonetic adaptation of the English word lighter.
Do you have a láiter? I brought the cigarettes, but I forgot the láiter.
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Dry and flammable material, like wood shavings or dry grass, used to help start a fire.
Grab a bit of yesca to get a fire going.
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Refers to fire or heat. It is often used figuratively to describe adding intensity, speed, or excitement to a situation.
Let's put some candela on it.
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To have sex, specifically describing two passionate bodies coming together to release endorphins.
It feels amazing to cuchufletear in the kitchen.
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A firework that zips and skitters along the ground instead of flying up, forcing people to scramble out of its way until it explodes (common at street festivals and known for being unpredictable).
At the concert, someone let off a buscapié and it caused a total stampede.
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1. A woman who lacks ambition or life goals. 2. A girl who is constantly boy-crazy or always looking for a man.
Girl, you are such a levente!
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A bonfire or a small blaze made outdoors.
I burned some leaves and made a chosca.
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A basic outdoor fire fueled by wood, like a campfire or a bonfire.
Some friends at the beach freezing their asses off light a fogata.
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A gun or firearm, used in street slang to refer to a piece.
Secreto, grab your tabla because they are going to take you out.
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Used to describe something done with great intensity, consistency, or importance. It implies that an action is performed flat out or that a memory is permanently etched.
That image stayed burned a fuego in my head.
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A woman who is extremely horny or sexually promiscuous (referring to a traditional wood-burning stove to emphasize that she is always hot).
Pepe, tell me crazy bro, Romeri has that ass like a fogon.
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1. A splinter of resinous wood used as kindling to start a fire or stove. (This traditionally refers to resin-heavy pine common in Dominican households). 2. A severe beating or a thrashing.
1. Pass me the cuaba to light the stove. 2. They gave him cuaba last night. 3. That guy got a cuaba: meaning they beat him up real good.
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An expression used to signal approval or a strong affirmation. It often replaces a simple yes when someone is agreeing to take action, start a task, or accept an invitation.
1. Dude, let's go to the jabao's house (a person with light skin but curly hair) because there is a wild party with some girls. -Oh, leñe! Let's go. 2. Look Juan, let's get focused on this class because it is tough. -Leñe, get the books and all that stuff for it.
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