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/Sounds like the English word "palt" + "eh" (as in "egg") + "AHR" (as in "art") + "seh" (as in "set")/
To feel embarrassed, extremely uncomfortable, or out of place in a situation. In Peru and Chile it comes from 'palta' (embarrassment) and describes that awkward feeling when you want to disappear.
“I felt so awkward when he said that in front of everyone.”
“Don't be embarrassed, just go and ask.”
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To feel embarrassed, extremely uncomfortable, or out of place in a situation. In Peru and Chile it comes from 'palta' (embarrassment) and describes that awkward feeling when you want to disappear.
“I felt so awkward when he said that in front of everyone.”
“Don't be embarrassed, just go and ask.”
Chicanear
To show off, brag, or flaunt in Mexico, especially in the north. Chicanear is showing off your stuff with exaggerated pride, from your new truck to your designer clothes.