/Sounds like "pla" + "tee" + "car"/
To chat or have a casual conversation in Mexico and Central America. This is the go-to Mexican word for talking with someone in a relaxed, informal way, whether you are catching up over coffee, gossiping, or just hanging out. While "hablar" is the standard Spanish word for talking, "platicar" carries a warmer, more laid-back vibe.
"Estuvimos platicando por horas en el café. -> We were chatting for hours at the coffee shop."
"Ven a platicar un rato, tengo mucho que contarte. -> Come chat for a bit, I have a lot to tell you."
/Sounds like "pla" + "tee" + "car"/
To chat or have a casual conversation in Mexico and Central America. This is the go-to Mexican word for talking with someone in a relaxed, informal way, whether you are catching up over coffee, gossiping, or just hanging out. While "hablar" is the standard Spanish word for talking, "platicar" carries a warmer, more laid-back vibe.
"Estuvimos platicando por horas en el café. -> We were chatting for hours at the coffee shop."
"Ven a platicar un rato, tengo mucho que contarte. -> Come chat for a bit, I have a lot to tell you."
Achantarse
Quedarse callado, no reaccionar ante algo injusto por miedo, conformismo o cobardía. En Colombia y Venezuela 'achantarse' es dejarse pisotear sin protestar.