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Tag: riña

Definitions tagged riña in the street dictionary.

Enganche

A spat or a heated run-in, whether or not it turns into a physical struggle, though it is usually just verbal (Specific to the Murcia region).

We had an enganche with the shop assistant.

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Zalagarda

A regional slang term used in Guadalajara to describe a brawl or a physical fight (Guadalajara is a province in central Spain).

We got into a zalagarda because he insulted my brother.

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Puntas

Indirect insults, digs, or passive-aggressive remarks aimed at someone. It describes taking subtle shots or throwing shade at a person you dislike while pretending to be civil. It is typically used with the verb lanzar (to throw).

Did you see the puntas he was throwing at me? and Don't you come here throwing puntas at me.

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bronca

A physical fight, brawl, or heated scrap between two or more people.

He said something they didn't like and the bronca kicked off.

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disención

1. Opposition or disagreement. It comes from the verb to dissent. 2. Conflict, quarrel, or dispute between people.

1. There is a major disención of opinions among the band members regarding the title for their new album. 2. Politicians from both parties are locked in disenciones for power.

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titingó

A ruckus, a brawl, or a chaotic mess. It describes a situation where trouble breaks out and causes a scene.

When a titingó breaks out somewhere, everyone starts running so they do not catch a stray bullet or a punch.

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Pelelengua

A harsh scolding or a tongue-lashing. It is a verbal dressing-down where the person doing the yelling is usually worked up or furious about a specific situation.

She gave her husband a Pelelengua because he has a mistress.

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