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/Sounds like "ehs" (as in "egg") + "TAH" (as in "tar") + "peh" (as in "pet") + "LOHN" (as in "loan")/

Meaning

In Mexico, it describes a blazing sunny day with not a single cloud in the sky. The sun is merciless from the moment you step outside, your skin burns fast, and even finding shade barely helps. The kind of day when everyone says "bring sunscreen or stay inside."

Examples

It is scorching out today, put on sunscreen before you go out.

It is blazing hot, even the shade doesn't give you any relief.

Regional synonyms

In Argentina and Uruguay, to intimidate someone until they back down, or to shrink back yourself under pressure or fear. "Achicarse" means caving when you should hold firm, showing weakness when the situation demands you stand your ground.