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Tag: panameñismo

Definitions tagged panameñismo in the street dictionary.

En vida, en vida real

An expression meaning for real or seriously. It became popular due to the influence of Panamanian reggae, as local singers use the phrase in their songs to emphasize their sincerity (often referred to locally as Plena).

Things are really tough, man. En vida real. / En la real de la leyenda, I love that girl a lot.

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Áyala

Also pronounced ashala. This is a common exclamation used to express surprise, frustration, or disappointment. It is frequently paired with the words vida, peste, or maquina for added emphasis.

I left my wallet at the restaurant! Áyala vida! : Mom, the neighbor had an accident. Áyala peste, what happened to him?

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