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/Sounds like "behr" (as in "bed") + "GAH" (as in "garden") + "soh" (as in "solo")/

Meaning

A hard, powerful hit that causes real pain. In Mexico it's the most expressive word for a brutal blow, whether received in a fight or by accident.

Examples

He took a vergazo on the motorcycle and was left on the ground.

They gave him a vergazo to the face and drew blood.

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Regional synonyms

A fermented corn drink with centuries of history in the Andes, one of the most important cultural symbols of the region. Chicha is not just a beverage: it has been offered at rituals, harvests, and festivals for thousands of years across Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Colombia, and its recipe varies by region and occasion.