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/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "RAH" (as in "rapper") + "nah" (as in "nacho")/

Meaning

A wild party, lively celebration, or festive commotion full of noise and energy. In Spain and Mexico, a jarana is the kind of night that starts as a quiet gathering and somehow becomes a full-blown celebration nobody planned. Also the name of a traditional string instrument from Yucatan folk music.

Examples

Last night an incredible party broke out at the neighbors' place.

This weekend I want to let loose, I really need to disconnect from work.

Word family

/Sounds like "hah" (as in "hard") + "RAH" (as in "rapper") + "nah" (as in "nacho")/

Meaning

A lively party or celebration full of music, dancing, and joyful chaos. In Mexico and Spain, a jarana is not just a get-together, it is a communal explosion of energy that can last until sunrise. In Peru the word also names a traditional coastal musical style.

Examples

A huge party broke out at the house and lasted until dawn.

Sundays are for jarana in this neighborhood.

Word family
Regional synonyms
Bandera de Venezuela
Bandera de Colombia
Bandera de República Dominicana
Bandera de Puerto Rico
Bandera de Cuba
Gozadera

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Butt cheeks, rear end, the body part you sit on. 'Caerse de nalgas' is an expression for extreme surprise, like your jaw dropping so hard you fall on your behind.