Something that has a strong hold on you, making you passionate about it to the point of being unable to stop, in Venezuela, if something 'has you captive', you can't help but keep doing it.

An extremely attractive person, someone with a great physique. In Colombia and Venezuela, a 'cuero' is the ideal of physical beauty — they possess a magnetic, almost irresistible charm.

The 'bad guy' of the story. A person who is unfairly blamed for all the group's problems, becoming the narrative scapegoat for any conflict. This term is used across Latin America to describe someone who is made out to be the villain, even if they're just telling the truth.

To feel a deep emotional connection with someone or something. It's when the vibe is so good that everything flows naturally.