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/Sounds like "ehs" (as in "egg") + "TAHR" (as in "tar") + "DEH" (as in "debt") + "PEH" (as in "pet") + "lohs" (as in "loan")/

Meaning

In Mexico, to be in excellent condition, top quality, or feeling absolutely fantastic. If something is "de pelos," it could not be better. The highest compliment you can give to a person, a car, a meal, or pretty much anything.

Examples

That car is in perfect shape, just out of the shop.

How are you feeling this morning? Absolutely great, thanks.

Regional synonyms

Disrespect, rudeness, or bad behavior, especially from children or young people toward their elders. It's the Central American way of calling out someone who was raised without manners.