An exclamation of surprise, frustration, or admiration in Guatemala and El Salvador. It's the Central American equivalent of 'dang' or 'wow' — versatile and safe enough for any audience.

The Guatemalan and Central American way of saying 'okay,' 'sure,' or 'let's do it.' It's the all-purpose word of agreement that keeps conversations moving.

A blonde or light-skinned person in Honduras and El Salvador — the Central American equivalent of Mexico's 'güero.' It's used as a casual descriptor or friendly nickname.

Corn dough stuffed with fillings and wrapped in banana or corn leaves, found all across Latin America with a thousand variations. Every country swears theirs are the best.