A woman, girl, or chick in Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay. It's the most widespread informal lunfardo term for referring to a woman — not necessarily negative, though it depends on context and tone.

A small shop or stand selling candy, newspapers, cigarettes, and drinks in Argentina and Uruguay. It's every kid's paradise on every corner where you'd spend the coins your dad gave you after school.

To flatter or sweet-talk someone in Argentina, saying nice things to win their attention and affection. Like someone tossing rose petals with every kind word, hoping it eventually works its magic.

A large rural cattle ranch on the Argentine and Uruguayan pampas where cows and horses are raised. It's the River Plate equivalent of the Mexican ranch and the classic image of South American countryside with gauchos and asados.