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/Sounds like "poh" (as in "port") + "RREES" + "tah" (as in "tar")/

Meaning

A cheerleader or enthusiastic supporter, someone who roots for you and hypes you up unconditionally. In Mexico, a "porrista" is literally a cheerleader, but used figuratively it means your biggest fan or personal hype person.

Examples

My mom is my biggest cheerleader at every exam.

I need someone in my corner today, I'm so nervous.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Uruguay
Bandera de Argentina
Aguante

To get a serious dressing-down, called out harshly and directly in Mexico. When someone bajas el cirio on you, the person in front is furious and not holding back a single word. Usually comes from a boss, a parent, or anyone with authority over you.