Definitions tagged superior in the street dictionary.
A slang term for the boss or person in authority (derived from a phonetic adaptation of the English word chief).
A: Hey, chif, I am inviting you to eat at my house today. B: Man, thank you very much, Urrutia. I will be there.
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An expression used when someone has been completely outmaneuvered, dominated, or screwed over by someone in a position of power. It implies being treated with contempt or easily defeated by someone who has all the leverage. (In Argentina, this is a vulgar variation of an older phrase that originally meant being shat on from a bridge).
- Did you meet with the Undersecretary? - Yes, but me cogió de arriba de un puente. He is not going to give us anything we asked for.
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Something excellent, awesome, or mind-blowing. It also refers to a person who crosses the line, oversteps, or is out of line (La Renga is a famous Argentine rock band).
Example 1: The La Renga concert was zarpado. Example 2: The guy does not care about anything, he is a zarpado.
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A person, outfit, or object that is cool, stylish, or trendy. It suggests a sense of effortless confidence or flair that makes something stand out. (In Argentina, it comes from cancha, meaning a sports field, originally referring to someone who is experienced or knows their way around.)
Example 1: That guy is very canchero. Example 2: You look so canchero with that watch! Example 3: The apartment looks really canchero with those curtains.
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This phrase is used to describe someone who is incredibly arrogant, lacks humility, and feels superior to everyone else. It suggests the person acts as if they are untouchable or even more powerful than God. (In Venezuela, chiva refers to a beard or goatee).
It seems like Claudio Tiene a Dios agarrado por la chiva, the way he looks down his nose at you.
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Describes someone who is a shoo-in to win or has a clear advantage, but can also refer to someone who is cocky and acts superior.
You are ta´sobrao my friend, so relax, that trophy is yours. / That guy is ta´sobrao and he is just looking for trouble.
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Someone who is cocky, arrogant, or full of themselves, acting as if they are superior to everyone else (Argentines often compare a big ego to a flip-flop stretched out, or enlarged, by a heavy person).
He made two good plays and he is already as agrandado as a fat man's flip-flop.
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A person who holds the highest rank in a military order.
the town of Llerena was the residence of the maestres of the Order of Santiago
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A vulgar expression used to boast that you are much better than someone else at a specific task, sport, or skill. It conveys that the other person is not on your level or is incompetent compared to you. (In Mexico, this is an aggressive way to assert dominance, derived from a sexual metaphor).
Look dude, you me la pelas at King of Fighters 2010 with one hand. Friend: No fucking way man, Chabela's brother is a beast playing forward. Me: That guy me la pela and you do too.
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A big shot or a prominent figure who is recognized as highly successful and influential within a specific field or social circle.
The mampano of salsa.
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A person who is the top dog, a big shot, or the absolute best at what they do compared to those around them. (In the Dominican Republic, this refers to someone with high status, influence, or exceptional skill).
Antonio is the Tolete of the class. I feel like a Tolete when I get into my video games. I am more of a Tolete than you at eating.
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Usually a pretentious and annoying guy who thinks he is hot shit at a company.
I cannot stand that shitty Jefe.
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