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Mexico
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A sharp, sudden slap with an open hand. A manotazo can come from anger or by accident, but it always makes a sound.
A bald or very closely shaved person. In Mexico pelón is used fondly or teasingly — and it's also the name of a beloved candy brand that practically every Mexican grew up eating.
Someone who disrespects social hierarchy by being too familiar with people above them. In Mexico, calling someone igualado means they treat their boss like a buddy or act as if social rank doesn't apply to them — seen as a lack of respect.
A lazy freeloader who does no work and lives off others. Named after the male drone bee that does nothing but eat, the zángano is the person who always has an excuse not to contribute and expects everyone else to carry the load.
Someone who picks fights, argues about everything, and gets into brawls with ease. The peleonero doesn't need a good reason to start conflict — they thrive on it, and backing down isn't in their vocabulary.