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/Sounds like "peh" (as in "pet") + "GAHR" (as in "garden") + "EHL" (as in "egg") + "PAH" (as in "park") + "loh" (as in "loan")/

Meaning

In Argentina and Chile, to hit it big, land a major success, or catch a lucky break that significantly changes your financial or personal situation. Works for both planned achievements and unexpected windfalls.

Examples

He struck it big with that investment and does not have to grind the way he used to.

We are close to landing a huge win if this project goes as planned.

Regional synonyms

A small Mexican street food snack, the kind of craving-worthy bite you grab from a sidewalk stand with no formalities. Tacos, gorditas, sopes, quesadillas, and tamales all qualify. The word comes from "antojo" (craving), and these dishes earn the name every time you walk past a stall.