Mexican Slang Flashcards
What does ‘¿Qué onda?’ mean in English?
What’s up?
True or False: ‘Chido’ is used to describe something cool or awesome.
True
Fill in the blank: ‘No mames’ is often used to express _______.
disbelief or surprise
What is the meaning of ‘Pendejo’ in Mexican slang?
It is a derogatory term for a foolish or stupid person.
Which of the following means ‘to party’ in Mexican slang? A) Chamba B) Juerga C) Gato
B) Juerga
What does ‘Güey’ mean?
Dude or guy.
True or False: ‘Cabrón’ can be used affectionately among friends.
True
What does ‘Chamba’ refer to?
Work or job.
Fill in the blank: ‘¡A huevo!’ is an expression that means _______.
Of course! or hell yes!
What is the meaning of ‘Neta’?
Truth or the truth.
Which term is used to describe a hangover in Mexican slang? A) Cruda B) Pálida C) Llanto
A) Cruda
What does ‘Fresa’ refer to in slang?
A person who is snobby or preppy.
True or False: ‘Vale madre’ indicates that something is of no importance.
True
Fill in the blank: ‘Echar desmadre’ means to _______.
have fun or create a mess
What does ‘Mamacita’ mean?
An attractive woman.
Which of the following is a common expression for ‘goodbye’? A) Adiós B) Chao C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What does ‘Chilango’ refer to?
A person from Mexico City.
True or False: ‘Joto’ is a derogatory term for a gay man.
True
Fill in the blank: ‘Arre’ is an expression that means _______.
Let’s go or okay
What does ‘Culero’ mean?
A jerk or a bad person.
Which term is used to say ‘friend’ in slang? A) Compa B) Tío C) Primo
A) Compa
What is the meaning of ‘Pachuco’?
A person associated with a particular style of dress and lifestyle in Mexican-American culture.
True or False: ‘Lana’ refers to money.
True
Fill in the blank: ‘Chamba’ is often used to refer to _______.
work or a job
What does ‘Sangre’ mean in slang?
Blood, often used to refer to family.
Which of the following means ‘to annoy’? A) Molestar B) Gozar C) Sufrir
A) Molestar
What does ‘Chido’ signify when describing an event?
It means the event was fun or enjoyable.
