It can be used to ask someone to confirm something or to make a declaration like ‘ La neta te amo!’ which means ‘The truth is, I love you!’. Using ‘la neta’ in a sentence is generally like saying ‘really?’ or ‘the truth?’. Put your Spanish to the test and meet some chilled locals with one these exciting tours in Mexico. A person can also be of ‘buena onda’, which means they are laidback and easy to get along with. If a place has ‘buena onda’ it means it has a cool atmosphere. The phrase ‘buena onda’ means the equivalent of good vibes or good going. On the flip side, it can also be used in a positive way to say you’re ‘really fucking good at something’, for example, ‘ Soy bien cabrón cantando’ would mean, ‘ I’m fucking good at singing’. It’s an offensive term and the type of word that shouldn’t be said in front of children. It generally translates to ‘asshole’, ‘fucker’ or ‘bitch’. While the literal translation of ‘cabrón’ is a male goat, its slang meaning is somewhat ruder. For example ‘ ¡Que padre!’ means ‘ How cool!‘ By Herzi | Pixabay 4. While ‘padre’ means father in Spanish, in Mexican Spanish it also means ‘cool’. You can also use the word ‘padre’ to say the same thing. For example, ‘ Esa camisa es muy chida‘ means, ‘ That shirt is really cool!‘. If you want to say something is cool, use the word ‘chido’. For example ‘ ❼omo vas, wey?’ means, ‘ How’s it going, mate?’ By | Shutterstock Güey, sometimes spelled in the way it is pronounced as ‘wey’, means “mate” and is used all the time in Mexican Spanish. For example, ‘Eres un pendejo’ means ‘You’re an asshole’. Wherever you’re using the word, it’s mildly offensive, so must be used with caution. While Mexican Spanish varies greatly from other Latin American countries, you can also find this word used in countries such as Colombia and Venezuela. While the word ‘pendejo’ literally means ‘pubic hair’ it’s the equivalent of calling someone ‘stupid’ or an ‘asshole’ and can be used in both an endearing way (between friends) or in an offensive way - it all depends on the tone of voice. One of the most used slang words in Mexico is calling someone a ‘pendejo’. Warning: This article contains strong language 1. Here are some of the most used Mexican slang words and phrases: By Valeria Almaraz | Unsplash Always stay polite, and only use slang if the environment is appropriate. Every country has its own, unique slang words, and Mexico is home to some of the largest variations of the Spanish language in the world. So you’re heading to Mexico and want to talk and haggle like a local. That is why all of our trips are flightless in destination, fully carbon offset - and we have ambitious plans to be net zero in the very near future.← Back to ‘Without Borders: Countries U.S. We are committed to go as far as possible in curating our trips with care for the planet. We know that many of you worry about the environmental impact of travel and are looking for ways of expanding horizons in ways that do minimal harm - and may even bring benefits. Our Private Trips are fully tailored itineraries, curated by our Travel Experts specifically for you, your friends or your family. Our Rail Trips are our most planet-friendly itineraries that invite you to take the scenic route, relax whilst getting under the skin of a destination. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.Ĭulture Trips are deeply immersive 5 to 16 days itineraries, that combine authentic local experiences, exciting activities and 4-5* accommodation to look forward to at the end of each day. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special. Since you are here, we would like to share our vision for the future of travel - and the direction Culture Trip is moving in.Ĭulture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful - and this is still in our DNA today.
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