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/Sounds like 'ar-MAR la GOR-da'/

In Spain and Mexico, to cause a massive scandal, fight, or chaotic situation. Armar la gorda means creating a scene of major proportions — the kind that gets talked about for weeks.

Example

"When she found out she caused a huge scene at the office."

"If you say that, you're going to start a massive fight."

Regional synonyms:

Puertorriqueño, persona de Puerto Rico. Viene de Borinquen, el nombre taíno original de la isla, y es un gentilicio que los puertorriqueños llevan con orgullo infinito: lo tatúan, lo cantan y lo gritan al mundo.