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Bandera de Argentina
Bandera de Uruguay

/Sounds like "tee" (as in "tea") + "RAHR" + "FLOH" + "rehs"/

To flatter or sweet-talk someone in Argentina, saying nice things to win their attention and affection. Like someone tossing rose petals with every kind word, hoping it eventually works its magic.

Example

"He was tirando flores at her all night."

"Don't tirar flores at me, I know what you're like."

Regional synonyms:

Aguitarse

Bandera de México

Ponerse triste o deprimido en México, cuando algo te pone el ánimo por los suelos sin remedio. Te dan ganas de quedarte en cama sin hablar con nadie y ver el mundo en tonos grises.