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/Sounds like 'DAR el PAH-loh'/

To steal, beat up, or bother someone, depending on the context. In Spain, 'dar el palo' can mean robbing a bank or simply being a burden.

Example

"They gave him a beating right in the center of Madrid."

"What a hassle to have to work on Saturday."

Regional synonyms:

Microbús de transporte público en la Ciudad de México. Le dicen 'pesero' porque antes el pasaje costaba un peso. Es una experiencia extrema de movilidad urbana.