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Used to describe anything perceived as false, trivial, or weak, explanations, excuses, objects, or situations. Slightly dismissive in tone. Common in everyday speech across Colombia.

In Colombian slang, describes behaviour that draws unwanted attention or is socially clumsy. Calling someone 'boleta' means they are acting recklessly or making a scene. Unrelated to the standard meaning of 'ticket'.

Literally 'to spread' or 'to smear', but in this context means paying off officials or individuals corruptly. Very commonly used in informal speech about corruption without the formal weight of 'sobornar'.

An extremely common Colombian expression used to give permission, encouragement, or to signal agreement and urgency. Functions as a standalone utterance. Derived from 'hacer' but has evolved into a fixed expression with its own pragmatic force.

Used in the dialogue as a dark coded substitute for 'asesinar'. Borrowing the word 'manicure' as a seemingly innocent cover in conversation. Represents a pattern of criminal underworld euphemism where everyday words are repurposed to discuss violence obliquely.

Formed from 'pichón' (young pigeon / novice) with the affectionate diminutive suffix -ito. Used warmly to address someone younger or less experienced whom the speaker is fond of. The diminutive softens the implied condescension.