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/Sounds like "pree" (as in "pretty") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

To suddenly pass out in Peru, usually knocked out by exhaustion or too much to drink. Someone who "se priva" just shuts down wherever they are without warning.

Examples

He passed out in the armchair watching TV.

After drinking that much, I crashed out immediately.

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/Sounds like "pree" (as in "pretty") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

In Colombia, to faint or suddenly lose consciousness, usually from a strong shock or the heat. Someone who "se priva" goes blank for a few seconds.

Examples

She nearly fainted when she saw the hospital bill.

The news hit him so hard he passed out right there.

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/Sounds like "pree" (as in "pretty") + "BAHR" (as in "bar") + "seh" (as in "set")/

Meaning

In Venezuela, to act full of yourself, show off, or put on airs of superiority. Privarse is that attitude of someone who thinks they are above everyone else.

Examples

He acts privado of his girlfriend like she is a trophy.

Don't get so privado - you are just starting out.

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Cheating on your partner, the act of being unfaithful. In Mexico and much of Latin America, 'trampa' literally means trap, but in relationship context it's the ultimate betrayal. Getting caught in the trampa is the stuff of telenovela drama.