Code Name: Emperor

Fixed idiomatic phrase. The meaning is entirely opaque from the individual words ('throw a cable'). Common in everyday requests for help.

From 'tragar' (to swallow). Expresses personal antipathy. 'No le trago' = 'I can't stand him/her'. The literal swallowing image is dead in everyday use.

'Tope' literally means a limit or cap. 'Estar a tope' means to be at maximum capacity, with work, energy, or people. Very common in everyday speech.

Fixed rhetorical phrase implying shared knowledge or obviousness. The speaker assumes the listener already understands the situation fully.

Used to dismiss someone forcefully or express contempt. Can be directed at a person ('mándate a la mierda') or a situation. Extremely blunt.

Implies resourcefulness and independence, sometimes with a slight edge of defensiveness. Common when explaining how one manages without external support.

Expresses enthusiastic admiration. Informal and warm. Often used between friends when someone does something impressive or helpful. Not ironic in this context.