Dominican slang for someone or something that is top-tier, exceptionally stylish, or stands out effortlessly. It suggests a high-level presence or banging look. Originating from lower-income areas of Santo Domingo, it initially meant looking tough or street-hardened (historically used for people recently released from prison), but evolved into a mainstream term for excellence. It is used to describe sharp outfits, fit or curvy physiques, or a person who commands attention with their confidence. (Informal term primarily used in social or party settings).
Toy Ratatá (I am Ratatá). Tu tiene una pinta Ratatá (You have a Ratatá look). Socio, eso lente tan Ratatá y pico (Bro, those glasses are Ratatá and then some).
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A phrase used to describe someone who is completely out of the loop, clueless, or the last to know something. It compares the person to a car's exhaust pipe (a mofle), which is always at the back, underneath, and hot (in this context, being 'atrás' or in the back means being late to understand a situation).
Pedro: Man, I didn't know Laura was mad at me. Juan: Well cousin, Tu Ta Mofle!!!
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To be trendy, fashionable, or at the forefront of current styles. It is a variation of the word adelante, meaning ahead.
Hey Luis, that car of yours is alante. Wow, what a machine.
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To be on the decline, failing, or lacking physical energy, especially regarding sexual performance. (The word mimics the sound of something falling or dropping).
If you are cutuplun, take some La Pela. (La Pela is a popular Dominican herbal supplement marketed for sexual enhancement).
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Someone or something that is outdated, behind the times, or not keeping up with the latest trends. (The phrase alante alante refers to being at the very front of what is cool or modern).
If you are driving a 94 Corolla, you are quedao.
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