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/Sounds like the English word "pisp" + "eh" (as in "egg") + "AHR" (as in "art")/

Meaning

In Argentina, to sneak a peek or spy discreetly out of curiosity. A quick, subtle glance to find out what is going on without being noticed.

Examples

I stepped outside to pispear whether the delivery had arrived.

I caught her pispeando her friend's phone when she stepped away.

Regional synonyms

To get angry or worked up over something, sometimes over reasons that do not quite justify the reaction. In Argentina, Chile, and Uruguay, "calentarse" describes that flash of irritation that can escalate quickly, especially over small things.