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/Sounds like "pee" (as in "pea") + "KAHN" (as in "car") + "teh" (as in "ten")/

Meaning

Something daring, provocative, or with sexual undertones in Argentina. Can also mean risky, edgy, or crossing a line. When a comment is picante, everyone exchanges knowing looks.

Examples

That comment was pretty picante, she got uncomfortable.

Things got picante after midnight.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de México
Picoso

In Spain, to be the absolute best, exceptional and a little eccentric at the same time. It takes "ser la pera" (already a strong compliment) one level further. When something is la pera limonera, it is not just great, it is singular and unforgettable.