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A colloquial Mexican expression meaning 'there are only two choices here.' The image is of a set menu where you only get two soup options, take it or leave it. Used to frame a binary decision bluntly.

Used to dismiss, discard, or express total rejection of something or someone. Context determines exact shade, can mean 'forget it,' 'get out of here,' or 'everything is ruined.'

A vivid phrase meaning something is deteriorating rapidly, the image is of a plane or bird diving straight down. Used for teams, businesses, reputations, and careers.

Extremely common Mexican greeting or confrontational opener depending on tone. As a greeting between friends it means 'what's up'; with a sharp tone it means 'what the hell is going on here.' Pedo literally means 'fart' but in slang it means 'situation/problem/drama.'

Casual affirmative, a slang twist on 'sí.' Very common in Mexican Spanish as a relaxed, unhurried 'yes.' Has a laid-back, streetwise flavor.

Short for 'la neta,' meaning 'the truth' or 'for real.' Used to ask if something is genuine or to assert that one is being sincere. Very Mexican in flavor.

One of the most versatile words in Mexican slang. As a standalone noun it means 'situation,' 'problem,' or 'drama.' 'Tener un pedo' = to have a problem. 'Hay un pedo' = there's an issue. Used constantly in casual speech to describe any complication.

An emphatic refusal or negation. Stronger than 'no' and close in force to 'hell no.' Used to flatly contradict something that was just said.