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/Sounds like "sah" (as in "salsa") + "KAHR" (as in "car") + "LAH" (as in "lava") + "CHOO" (as in "choose") + "chah" (as in "chat")/

Meaning

To beat someone up badly or wreck something completely in Chile. Also used as a fight threat. Sacar la chucha means giving someone a serious beating or ending up in rough shape.

Examples

If he keeps messing around they're going to beat him up after school.

He fell off his bike and almost smashed himself against the pole.

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Regional synonyms

The Mexican go-to expression for disappointment, frustration, or resignation when something goes wrong or surprises you badly. Like saying "aw man," "dang," or "seriously?" all at once. Used everywhere from cancelled plans to bad news, chale is the emotional landing pad for life not going your way.