Detener Inocentes

Covers a wide range from a minor hassle to a serious fight. Tener broncas means to have problems. Very high frequency in everyday informal Mexican and Mexican-American speech.

One of the most flexible and high-frequency expressions in Mexican and Mexican-American speech. Can signal agreement, encouragement, surprise, or an order to move. Tone of voice and context carry the exact meaning.

Idiomatic expression meaning someone will stay completely silent about something sensitive. The image is of wax sealing a beak or mouth.

Dismissive insult for someone who flatters a superior to gain favor. Used to shame a person for lacking backbone or independent judgment. Common in informal speech across Mexican and Mexican-American communities.

Common put-down used to dismiss someone as worthless or incapable. Often said in frustration or disappointment about a family member or subordinate.

Literally 'to one's taste.' Used to say someone is content or settled in a place or role. 'No estar a gusto' signals dissatisfaction or restlessness.

Short for 'la verdad neta.' Asking for 'la neta' is asking someone to be straight with you. Very common in Mexican and Mexican-American informal speech, especially among younger speakers.