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Caló: The Romani Slang Hidden Inside Spain's Spanish
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Add a word/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To leave, head out, or get moving somewhere, usually quickly and without lengthy explanations. In Mexico and Peru, jalar carries a sense of purposeful movement: you are not wandering, you are getting out or getting going.
Examples
“It's late; we need to get moving.”
“What time are we heading to the beach?”
Regional synonyms
/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To go somewhere, accept an invitation, or get moving. It's the Mexican way of saying 'let's go' or 'I'm in,' perfect for when someone proposes a plan.
Examples
“Wanna head to the movies after work?”
“I'm down, just let me grab my wallet first.”
Regional synonyms
/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To fail or not pass an exam or course in Peru. When you get jalado, it means you didn't reach the minimum grade and have to retake it or get another chance.
Examples
“I failed math and now I have to take the makeup exam.”
“If you don't study they're gonna fail you, bro.”
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/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To leave, head out, or get moving somewhere, usually quickly and without lengthy explanations. In Mexico and Peru, jalar carries a sense of purposeful movement: you are not wandering, you are getting out or getting going.
Examples
“It's late; we need to get moving.”
“What time are we heading to the beach?”
Regional synonyms
/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To go somewhere, accept an invitation, or get moving. It's the Mexican way of saying 'let's go' or 'I'm in,' perfect for when someone proposes a plan.
Examples
“Wanna head to the movies after work?”
“I'm down, just let me grab my wallet first.”
Regional synonyms
/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "LAHR" (as in "lava")/
Meaning
To fail or not pass an exam or course in Peru. When you get jalado, it means you didn't reach the minimum grade and have to retake it or get another chance.
Examples
“I failed math and now I have to take the makeup exam.”
“If you don't study they're gonna fail you, bro.”
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