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/Sounds like "peh" (as in "pet") + "lah" (as in "lava") + "DEE" (as in "deep") + "see" (as in "see") + "moh" (as in "more")/

Meaning

The superlative of "pelado" (broke) in Colombia and Ecuador. Completely, absolutely out of money: not a little low on cash, but down to zero with nothing left at all.

Examples

I can't go out this weekend, I am flat broke until Tuesday.

I spent everything at the concert and came out completely cleaned out.

Regional synonyms

A traditional Mexican bar where people drink, chat, and sometimes get free snacks with every round. The cantina is the working man's refuge and the temple of friendship.