Definitions tagged hijos in the street dictionary.
A woman who pins a child on a man who is not the biological father (this term uses a soccer metaphor for scoring a goal against someone to describe the deception).
I think Yulissa is a goleadora, because that kid looks nothing like her husband.
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A lashing or beating given with a belt, typically referring to harsh corporal punishment used by a parent to vent their anger on a child (a traditional form of discipline in many Panamanian households).
A: He brought home his school grades, and they were so bad that I gave him a bunch of correazos. B: Oh, Susana, hitting children out of anger like that is really bad.
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A polite way to respond when someone calls your name or addresses you, equivalent to Yes? or What? (It is traditionally used to show respect or attentiveness toward the person speaking).
Juan, come to the kitchen... MANDE. / I am not in a good mood today, where is Gabriela?... MANDE.
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Filthy or muddy water that has turned dark and murky, resembling the color of chocolate (a local variation of the word chocolate).
A: Jose Andres, where did you go play? I put your clothes in the washer and the water turned chacalate from the grime. B: Mom, in Javier's backyard.
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A slang term used to refer to any son named after his father, regardless of the actual name, equivalent to calling someone a Junior.
A: We are going to name the baby Wilfredo. B: Oh, no! Another Alexander!
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A total mess, clutter, or disaster area; used when things are scattered everywhere and a place is chaotic (literally a trail or spill).
Juan, when are you going to pick up this reguero in the living room? : I do not want to have kids, I do not like living among regueros.
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A severe physical beating or a sound thrashing. It is a vulgar term used to describe a heavy walloping or violent discipline.
If you get grades like that in school again, I will give you a verguiza, Jaime Andres. | I got some good verguizas as a kid, that is why I learned.
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A crude slang term for children, implying they are just another mouth to feed (rice is the primary staple food in Panama).
Dude, use a condom, because I do not see you with a come arroz to take care of. | Life really changes with a come arroz, Javier... nothing is ever the same again.
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A very common filler word used to start sentences, a casual way to address a friend like dude or guy, or a noun meaning a kid or young person. It can also function as an adjective meaning someone is very young or underage (It is the most characteristic term used in Venezuela to refer to peers and children).
Chamo, but how so? / That chamo is a hard worker. / Look chamo, what is up? / My chamo is growing up fast. / Daniela's son is still too chamo to go to the club.
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