Jiménez protects himself against threats

Used to dismiss a sum of money as insignificant. Implies the speaker considers the amount far too small to be taken seriously.

Derived from 'verraco'. Expresses admiration or that something is outstanding. Used positively to praise a feat or a situation.

A religious exclamation fully absorbed into everyday Colombian speech as a general-purpose expression of surprise, mild shock, or exasperation. Does not imply piety in conversational use.

In criminal or street contexts it often means to shoot or beat someone badly. In everyday contexts it can mean to burst something or hit it forcefully. The meaning sharpens considerably in violent contexts.

Means to put someone under pressure or to make them feel stressed and cornered. 'Azarado' describes someone who is visibly nervous or flustered.

Colombian variant of 'malo' used in informal speech. Can describe physical discomfort ('me siento maluco' = I feel sick) or something unpleasant in quality. Very common in everyday Colombian conversation.

Literally 'toad', but widely used to mean someone who betrays others by informing on them. A serious insult in criminal and street contexts where loyalty is paramount.