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/Sounds like "ah" (as in "art") + "pahn" (as in "park") + "tah" (as in "tar") + "YAHR" (as in "yard")/
To impress or dazzle someone, whether with money, skills, looks, or knowledge. In Mexico, apantallar often has a slightly ironic edge: the person showing off is trying a little too hard to get that admiring reaction. Think flashy cars, name-dropping, or pulling out a fancy move at exactly the right moment.
“He showed up in that car just to impress everyone.”
“I'm not trying to show off, this is just how I am.”
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To impress or dazzle someone, whether with money, skills, looks, or knowledge. In Mexico, apantallar often has a slightly ironic edge: the person showing off is trying a little too hard to get that admiring reaction. Think flashy cars, name-dropping, or pulling out a fancy move at exactly the right moment.
“He showed up in that car just to impress everyone.”
“I'm not trying to show off, this is just how I am.”
Berraco
A brave, capable, and resilient person who takes on challenges without flinching. In Colombia, calling someone berraco is high praise: it means they have guts, determination, and the ability to push through anything life throws at them. Said with genuine admiration.