In football, a long and powerful pass or shot that travels through the air from one area to another. The 'pelotazo' is the strategy of the team that lacks technique but has strength.

A person who frequently uses drugs or is high all the time. In Mexico it describes someone whose substance abuse is obvious and affecting their entire life.

A petty thief or small-time criminal who steals on the streets. Unlike 'rata' meaning stingy person, this one refers to someone who actually robs people and snatches belongings.

To be completely shocked, stunned, or left speechless without knowing how to react. In Mexico, it's that WTF face you make when something totally unexpected happens.