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/Sounds like "pee" (as in "pea") + "KEH" (as in "kept") + "teh" (as in "ten")/

Meaning

An insect bite or sting, especially from a mosquito, bee, or wasp. The small but annoying puncture that leaves a mark, a bump, and that itchy or burning feeling. Everyday word in Mexico.

Examples

A mosquito got me and left a huge bump on my arm.

I got a giant welt from a bee sting.

Regional synonyms

/Sounds like "pee" (as in "pea") + "KEH" (as in "kept") + "teh" (as in "ten")/

Meaning

A splash of alcohol added to a drink to give it some kick in Mexico. It can also mean a bug bite or sting, so context tells you whether it's happy hour or a mosquito attack.

Examples

Add a splash of tequila to the coffee for the cold.

A mosquito bit me and left a huge welt.

Regional synonyms

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To leave fast, escape, or bounce from a place without warning in Mexico. It's the art of the discreet exit, when you sense the situation went south or you just don't wanna be there a minute longer.