A joke, a tease, or lighthearted banter in Spain. Saying something 'de coña' means you're kidding, not being serious — but the coña itself can be sharp and funny. It's the Spanish art of taking nothing too seriously while somehow still landing a point.

A country bumpkin — someone rural, uncultured, or completely out of touch with urban life and trends. In Spain, paleto is the city person's word for anyone who seems hopelessly behind the times, awkward in social settings, or just plain provincial. Not the deepest insult, but definitely a snub.

Arrogant and full of themselves in Spain — someone who struts around with an inflated ego. Interestingly, chulo can also swing positive in certain contexts, meaning cool or stylish. But when said with an eye roll, it means someone who thinks way too highly of themselves.

In Spain, a zoquete refers to someone who is clumsy, lacking common sense, or unable to understand something despite being explained it multiple times. This term is often used to describe someone who consistently makes mistakes or causes problems, especially at the worst possible moment.