To sing spontaneously, especially at an informal gathering. The 'palomazo' is an impromptu music session that springs up when someone grabs the guitar — unplanned and always memorable.

To be super relaxed, without a care in the world. Like quesillo — that soft, stretchy cheese that flows without resistance — you feel that way when you have zero problems.

A crunchy, mildly sweet tuber popular in Mexico, eaten as a snack with lime and chili. Jícama is the healthy snack grandma always has cut up and ready for you.

A farmhand or laborer who does heavy physical work. Also used dismissively to describe someone who does the dirty work for others without any recognition or respect.