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Widely used Mexican slang for money. Entirely neutral in tone within informal contexts; not rude.

Literally means 'iron' or 'piece of metal.' In street and narco register it refers to a handgun. Also used generally for 'tool' or 'thing' in some regions.

Used here to describe corrupt or untrustworthy people involved in criminal dealings. Can also mean 'dirty' or 'filthy' in a literal sense.

Borrowed from English, extremely common in Colombian Spanish as used in this dialogue. Gender-neutral in practice; refers to any person being discussed.

Diminutive of cuñada (sister-in-law), used affectionately toward a woman even without a family connection. Signals warmth and closeness.

Used to self-correct or clarify what was just said. Equivalent to 'I mean' or 'or rather' in English. Very common in natural conversation.

Colloquial Colombian Spanish term for a neighborhood with high criminal activity. Literally means 'hot,' metaphorically implies tension and danger.

Colombian expression used to affirm sincerity or commitment. Signals that the speaker means what they are saying without exaggeration.