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/Sounds like "lah" (as in "lava") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "LAH" (as in "lava") + "LOH" (as in "loan") + "sah" (as in "salsa")/

Meaning

To wash the dishes and kitchen utensils in Colombia and Ecuador, the household chore nobody wants to do. There's always a mountain of dishes waiting for you after every meal like divine punishment.

Examples

It's your turn to do the dishes today, I did them yesterday.

I don't like washing dishes but someone has to do it.

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Regional synonyms

In Colombia, a mid-level insult you throw at a stranger, rival, or someone who has crossed you. The tone makes it clear there is no warmth here at all.