Argentina
All expressions
Argentina
All expressions
An insufferable, intensely annoying person who gets on everyone's nerves from the moment they arrive. A repelente doesn't need to try — irritating people is their natural state of being.
To absolutely nail something, to perform at an extraordinary level beyond anyone's expectations. When someone mata at something, there's simply no competition — they've raised the bar and left everyone stunned.
A snitch, gossip, or person who carries information about others to wherever it will cause the most trouble. In Colombia and Peru, a sapo is the person you can never trust with any secret.
To drink alcohol, especially to go out and have drinks with others. Chupar is one of the most widely used informal verbs for drinking in Latin America — casual, social, and never a solo activity.
A pleasant, easygoing person with good energy who doesn't create drama or conflict. Being buena onda is one of the highest compliments in Latin American culture — it means people genuinely enjoy being around you.