Leaving Empty-Handed

Informal term for a man or guy. Feminine form: 'chabona'. Neutral to slightly street-flavored in tone; very common across age groups in Argentina.

Literally means 'grease/fat' but used socially to describe someone perceived as vulgar, flashy, or lacking class. Can be affectionate between friends or cutting as a real insult depending on tone.

Literally 'mask'. Used to call out someone who puts on a false front or acts superior. Also used as an adjective meaning 'preppy' or 'square' in some contexts.

Named after the Italian sausage. Used to call someone a bit foolish or naïve. Much milder than 'boludo'; often affectionate between friends.

Vivid colloquial expression describing someone who is emotionally overwhelmed, acting erratically, or temporarily out of control. Not clinical.

Expresses that something was done in an exaggerated, lavish, or maximum-effort way. Vulgar in origin but widely used in casual speech without strong offense intended.

Strong insult for someone who behaves deceitfully or selfishly to your detriment. Lunfardo origin (reverse syllable slang). Commonly heard in Buenos Aires.

Augmentative of 'tipo' (guy). Expresses genuine admiration for someone's character. Warm and enthusiastic in tone. Feminine: 'tipaza'.