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/Sounds like "MAH" (as in "mark") + "lah" (as in "lava") + "BEE" (as in "bee") + "brah" (as in "bra")/

Meaning

Negative energy transmitted by a person, place, or situation, that uncomfortable feeling that something just isn't right. When you detect mala vibra, your instinct tells you to get away as fast as possible.

Examples

That place gives me bad vibes, let's go.

Don't hang out with him, he's nothing but bad vibes.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de México
Bandera de Argentina
Bandera de Chile
Mala onda

To impress or dazzle someone, whether with money, skills, looks, or knowledge. In Mexico, apantallar often has a slightly ironic edge: the person showing off is trying a little too hard to get that admiring reaction. Think flashy cars, name-dropping, or pulling out a fancy move at exactly the right moment.