Chapter 9: The Choice

Used as a strong insult implying total lack of shame or moral decency. Can be said with genuine anger or, between friends, with affectionate exasperation, context determines which.

Very common accusatory phrase. The speaker suspects the other person understands perfectly well but is deliberately acting ignorant.

Very direct expression of disgust or self-loathing. Me da asco can refer to a person, a situation, or even oneself. Stronger than mere dislike.

Expresses that someone came or went somewhere very urgently, without delay. The image is of a vehicle tooting its horn to clear the way.