Category Archives: Vocabulary

Language is more than just a means of communication. It influences our culture and even our thought processes. The idea of give readers a large dose of vocabulary is to improve their comprehension, ability to communicate better and learn idiomatic Spanish.

A Big Blow

  • Apagafuegos – fireman. Bombero is the correct word.
  • Arrear – to hit or punish
  • Cada quien jala para su saco – people look out for their interests
  • Choco bola or pepino – other names for a soccer ball.
  • Echar al pico – is to tell or squeal
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Your gear shift box

  • Batir barro – is to take a 4-wheel vehicle off road in muddy conditions. Batir barro literally means to beat or stir mud like you would beat an egg or cake batter.
  • Cachete – is a cheek but can also refer to a buttocks.
  • Como pulpería del pueblo – to be well-stocked like a mom
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