In all of Latin America, a person or situation used strategically to reach a higher goal. The trampolín serves its purpose and then you're on your own.

Surprise, annoyance, or astonishment, a milder version of a stronger word, used in intense emotional situations in Venezuela

A whole lot of something — a ton, a bunch, loads. In Colombia and especially on the Caribbean Coast, 'un cachimbo' means there's more than you can count. It's abundance described with casual coastal flair.

To annoy, bother, or ruin something. When a plan 'se cachapeó' in Venezuela, it's done — something came along and wrecked it without warning.