Misión Cumplida

Slang term for cocaine widely used in Latin American Spanish. Literally means 'parakeet'. Listeners unfamiliar with this usage will not grasp what is being negotiated.

Short for mercancía. In criminal contexts specifically means the drug shipment or contraband goods being moved. Understanding this is key to following negotiations.

Describes a situation or person that is dangerous, complicated, or unpleasant. Very flexible in use; can describe weather, a person, a neighborhood, or circumstances.

Everyday informal verb for working. Not vulgar, just very casual. Common in everyday conversation.

From the verb molar, used to express that something is appealing or impressive. Commonly used by younger speakers.

A strong insult for someone acting stupidly or nastily. Very common in informal and angry speech. Not used in polite company.

Used in journalistic or criminal contexts for secret information passed on to someone. The related verb is soplar.

Refers to an underhanded or corrupt arrangement. Implies secrecy and dishonesty but is used somewhat playfully rather than gravely.