Something that's been overused and lost its original charm or value. When a joke, a song, or an excuse is quemado, nobody buys it or finds it funny anymore.

More than just a street corner, "la esquina" is the ultimate social gathering spot in Latin American culture. It is where friends meet up to hang out, where neighborhood stories are born, and where life in the barrio happens. Saying "te veo en la esquina" is like saying "meet me at our usual spot.".

A large vehicle like an SUV, pickup, or off-roader in Mexico and several Latin American countries. In Argentina it can mean a cargo van, because every country gives the same vehicle its own meaning.

A moment ago, just a little while back, it just happened — used in Chile, Peru, and Bolivia. Denantes is the colloquial Andean way of saying 'a while ago' that sounds old-fashioned but is still used every day.