Argentina
All expressions
Argentina
All expressions
To criticize or trash-talk someone for no valid reason, usually out of jealousy or resentment. An anglicism from 'hate' that's completely normalized on social media.
A barrage of insults and profanity directed at someone who pissed you off beyond all limits. A puteada is an unfiltered, merciless verbal explosion where everything that's been building up comes pouring out.
To give up, to quit trying because you've run out of strength and motivation to keep fighting. It comes from boxing, where the trainer literally threw in the towel to save their fighter from more damage.
Cold mate prepared with ice water or fruit juice — a sacred Paraguayan tradition. It's the perfect drink for surviving the brutal summer heat of the Guaraní lowlands.
A jacket or coat in Argentina and Uruguay, can be any material for any weather. From a jean campera for spring to a down campera for the harshest winter.