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Common in informal speech among younger speakers. Can express positive surprise, disbelief, or disapproval depending on context and intonation.

Describes a mental or emotional state: obsessing over something, feeling unsettled, or acting oddly. Not a strong insult; often used self-referentially.

'De puta madre' means something is excellent. Used both sincerely and sarcastically depending on tone. The base phrase 'puta madre' also appears as a general intensifying expletive.

Very versatile in informal usage: to catch someone in the act, to get/grab something, or to pick up an idea. Context determines the precise meaning.

Describes the feeling when stress, tasks, or emotions accumulate to a point of paralysis or overwhelm. Common in everyday conversation about work, emotions, or situations.

Implies charming or manipulating someone with persuasive, not entirely truthful talk. Often used affectionately but can carry a hint of suspicion.

Expresses whether someone has enough courage or audacity to do something. Can be used admiringly or as a challenge. Very common in emotionally charged informal speech.

This term is characteristic of Rioplatense speech (Argentina, Uruguay) and appears in the mouth of a character from that background. In the same dialogue that uses 'vos' and 'pará', signalling this character's distinct linguistic origin. Not used in the same way by the Spanish characters in the episode.