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/Sounds like "peh" (as in "pet") + "TAHR" (as in "tar") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

For a place to fill up with people to the absolute max, to be completely packed with zero room for anyone else. In Spain, petarse describes bars, events, or clubs where literally not a single pin could fit.

Examples

The bar se petó at midnight.

The stadium se petó for the derby, not a single seat left.

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Regional synonyms

Money, cash, bills, dough, regardless of the exact amount in Mexico. It's a street-level informal way to refer to money that adds a uniquely Mexican flair to any conversation.