Definitions tagged permiso in the street dictionary.
A request for someone to move aside and give you space to pass. (In Bolivia, the future tense is frequently used as a polite way to request permission).
Ma'am, you are walking right in the middle of the sidewalk, ¿pasaré?
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A break, head start, or bit of slack given to someone to help them out or provide an advantage. (In Argentina, this often refers to being lenient with a deadline or giving a weaker opponent a handicap in a game).
You should have had this finished for me three days ago. But I am going to give you a changüí. I want it ready by tomorrow.
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To keep someone on a short leash, meaning they are not allowed to go anywhere or do anything. It is often used to describe someone in a controlling relationship.
Luis's girlfriend has him totally aperreado.
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A term derived from English used to mean an opportunity, a break, or permission. In Mexico, it is pronounced phonetically (chan-seh).
I am passing through, give me chance. The teacher gave us chance to arrive late to class.
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It refers to when a person abducts another and sexually assaults them without their consent.
So then on the news they say they VIOLARON a girl, that is what it means.
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A polite expression used to excuse oneself when asking for something or when interrupting a conversation. (In the Dominican Republic, regalar is often used to mean give, and chin means a small amount.)
permiso ma'am, could you give me a little bit of water?
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Used to call for a timeout or pause during children's games like tag (locally known as el topao).
TanyBol, I am tired, let me catch my breath for a bit.
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