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/Sounds like "yeh" (as in "yes") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "LAH" (as in "lava") + "kohn" (as in "coat") + "TRAH" (as in "tract") + "ryah"/

Meaning

To contradict or oppose everything someone says, regardless of whether they are right. In Spain, Mexico, and Argentina, the person who always "lleva la contraria" disagrees on principle, not because they have a better point.

Examples

Siempre lleva la contraria, aunque no tenga razón.

He always contradicts everyone, even when he is clearly wrong.

Don't argue with me just for the sake of arguing.

Regional synonyms

A casual, laid back way of saying "yes" in Colombia, especially popular among young people. It is an informal affirmation used in relaxed conversations, like when your buddy asks you something and you want to confirm without making it a big deal. Think of it as the Colombian equivalent of "yeah" or "yep.".