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/Sounds like "poh" (as in "port") + "NEHR" (as in "net") + "AH" (as in "art") + "pah" (as in "park") + "REER" (as in "reed")/

Meaning

In Spain, to harshly criticize someone, tearing them apart verbally and leaving their reputation or work in ruins. Used in personal and professional situations alike, it describes a brutal takedown with no mercy whatsoever.

Examples

He tore him apart in the meeting in front of the whole team.

The critics shredded the film from opening day.

Regional synonyms

Completely broke from day one of the month. In Colombia arrancao is the one counting coins from the start, borrowing from the corner store, and never quite understanding how it happened again.