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/Sounds like "ehs" (as in "egg") + "TAHR" (as in "tar") + "ehm" (as in "egg") + "poo" (as in "pool") + "TAH" (as in "tar") + "doh" (as in "door")/

Meaning

Absolutely furious, at maximum rage. In Colombia and Central America, emputado is beyond simply angry: it is the point where words are not enough to capture how livid someone is. Reserved for serious frustration.

Examples

I am absolutely furious with the internet service, we have been without connection for three days.

He got so furious at the meeting he left without saying a word to anyone.

Word family

To get a serious dressing-down, called out harshly and directly in Mexico. When someone bajas el cirio on you, the person in front is furious and not holding back a single word. Usually comes from a boss, a parent, or anyone with authority over you.