‹ BARDO, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths
Film · 2022 · Comedy
BARDO, False Chronicle of a Handful of Truths
Bardo, falsa crónica de unas cuantas verdades
C1Mexican159 minIMDb 6.7·RT 60%
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Mexicanon NetflixA renowned Mexican journalist and documentary filmmaker living in Los Angeles, after being named the recipient of a prestigious international award, is compelled to return to his native country, unaware that this simple trip will push him to an existential limit.
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güey
dude, man, buddy (also used as a mild insult depending on tone)expressioncolloquialThe defining Mexican term of address between friends or peers. Also spelled 'wey'. Tone determines whether it is affectionate or dismissive. Used constantly in casual conversation between people who know each other.
Oye, güey, ¿ya viste el partido de anoche? Estuvo increíble.Hey, dude, did you see last night's game? It was incredible.documental
documentarynoun (m)Ese documental sobre las migraciones en América Latina ganó varios premios internacionales.That documentary about migration in Latin America won several international awards.periodista
journalistnoun (m/f)La periodista viajó tres meses a zonas de conflicto para investigar la historia.The journalist traveled three months to conflict zones to investigate the story.coma
comanoun (m)El paciente lleva dos semanas en coma y los médicos siguen esperando señales de mejoría.The patient has been in a coma for two weeks and the doctors are still waiting for signs of improvement.homenaje
tribute, homagenoun (m)La universidad organizó un homenaje para celebrar los cincuenta años de carrera del maestro.The university organized a tribute to celebrate the teacher's fifty-year career.derrame
stroke, hemorrhagenoun (m)Mi abuelo sufrió un derrame cerebral el año pasado y tardó meses en recuperarse.My grandfather had a stroke last year and took months to recover.migrante
migrantnoun (m/f) / adjectiveMuchos migrantes cruzan el desierto con la esperanza de encontrar mejores condiciones de vida.Many migrants cross the desert hoping to find better living conditions.
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cabrón
bastard, jerk (also used affectionately between close friends)expressionvulgarUsed heavily between male friends as a term of familiarity and affection, but can also be a genuine insult depending on context and tone. One of the most context-dependent words in Mexican Spanish. A learner reading only the literal translation will systematically misread scenes.
¡Qué cabrón eres, te ganaste la lotería y no nos dijiste nada!You sneaky bastard, you won the lottery and didn't tell any of us!no mames
no way, you're kidding, that's insaneexpressionvulgarOne of the most common Mexican Spanish exclamations. Expresses disbelief, surprise, or frustration. The literal meaning is completely opaque and bears no relation to its actual use. Widely used across age groups in informal settings, though considered coarse in formal contexts.
¿No mames, ya se acabó la pizza? ¡Si acaban de traerla!No way, the pizza's already gone? They just brought it!a huevo
hell yes, damn right, absolutelyexpressionvulgarA strong affirmation, much more emphatic than 'sí'. Conveys enthusiasm or defiant agreement. Entirely non-compositional: the literal meaning gives no clue to its use as an exclamation of strong assent.
¿Vas a ir al concierto el sábado? ¡A huevo que voy, llevo meses esperando ese día!Are you going to the concert on Saturday? Hell yes I'm going, I've been waiting months for that day!
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