An affectionate way to refer to your dad or partner in Argentina, Mexico, and other Latin countries. Calling someone "mi viejo" sounds like you're saying they're ancient, but it's actually pure love and endearment.

To mooch off others, to take advantage of everyone's generosity without ever contributing a single peso in Argentina and Uruguay. Garronear is being the social parasite of the group who always eats, drinks, and enjoys without putting in anything.

An affectionate nickname extremely common between couples, close friends, and family in Argentina, Uruguay, and Colombia. It has zero racial connotation — it's pure affection, trust, and love between people who care about each other.

To give someone attention or acknowledge them, to show interest in what they say or do. In Argentina and Chile, 'dar cabida' means recognizing someone's existence.