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/Sounds like "DEH" (as in "debt") + "hah" (as in "hard") + "EH" (as in "egg") + "soh" (as in "solo")/

Meaning

A Dominican expression of disbelief, surprise, or admiration at something impressive. Not literal - it works like "no way!" or "that's crazy!" depending on tone and context.

Examples

He won the lottery? Deja eso!

Deja eso, man, that car is insane.

Regional synonyms

A street theft or quick heist pulled off with speed and skill. Argentine lunfardo slang, possibly from the Italian "fare fano." Used for a clean, fast steal: a pickpocket job on the subway, a smash-and-grab at a shop, or any quick theft where the victim barely notices.