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/Sounds like 'eh-CHAR-se un PA-lo'/

In the Caribbean and Venezuela, to have a shot or a drink of liquor — usually something strong taken quickly and decisively. The first drink of the night or the one that loosens everything up.

Example

"Let's have a quick shot before the party gets started."

"He had a shot to calm his nerves before the presentation."

Word family
Regional synonyms:

Cobarde, miedoso, que no se atreve a enfrentar las situaciones. Un cagón siempre tiene excusa para no actuar.