Chile
All expressions
Chile
All expressions
A lot, plenty, a large amount of something. If you have a toco of things, you have way too much to carry or deal with — it's like a pile that has grown out of control.
To support, back up, or stand by someone unconditionally. In Chile, apanar a friend means you're in their corner no matter what — you show up, you vouch for them, and you don't ask questions.
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.