Peru
All expressions
Peru
All expressions
To be unfaithful to one's partner, implying the infidelity will eventually become public knowledge.
In Peru, a cheap or stingy person who never wants to spend money and always has an excuse not to contribute. A raspa disappears the moment the bill arrives at the table.
A dive bar or cheap cantina where chicha or aguardiente flows freely and the clientele is rough around the edges. In Chile and the Andes, the chingana is where the real party happens.
Bacán is a term used to describe something or someone that is excellent, cool, or of high quality. It refers to a person who is well-liked by everyone, often due to their charming or charismatic nature.
Thief, pickpocket, or someone who steals. In Peru, it is commonly used to refer to someone who steals your belongings.