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/Sounds like "beer" (as in "bee") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/

Meaning

In Spain, to steal something discreetly and quickly while the victim is distracted. Used mainly for minor theft in crowded public spaces like the metro, markets, or busy streets, where the thief works fast and clean.

Examples

Someone stole my phone on the metro without me noticing.

They stole his wallet at the market while he was looking at a stand.

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Regional synonyms

A lazy cheater who always looks for shortcuts without putting in any effort, preferring to copy rather than study. In Mexico, a 'cábula' always finds a way to do nothing.