In the Caribbean and Venezuela, to have a shot or a drink of liquor — usually something strong taken quickly and decisively. The first drink of the night or the one that loosens everything up.

A dirty, sloppy, or indecent person in Colombia and Venezuela — someone who doesn't take care of themselves or acts in a way that's morally or hygienically questionable. Marrano literally means pig, and the comparison is intentional and unflattering.

A blond or light-haired person in Venezuela — the equivalent of Colombia's mono. Catire is descriptive and casual, used as a nickname or just a quick identifier. Fair coloring stands out in Venezuela, so the catire gets noticed and named accordingly.

A very thin or extremely skinny person. In Venezuela, 'pabilo' refers to someone who appears to be malnourished or underweight, often used to describe someone who needs to gain weight.