Pablo Escobar has his first encounter with politics

Diminutive of 'hembra'. In this register it signals the speaker is talking about women as objects of desire rather than as individuals. Tone is casual and laddish among the male characters who use it.

High praise in Colombian Spanish. Calling someone a teso signals genuine respect for their ability or standing. Can be used as a noun ('es un teso') or adjective ('está muy teso en eso').

Literally 'tied up', used to describe someone who is reluctant to spend money. Very common as mild ribbing between friends.

One of the most versatile expressions in Colombian Spanish. Functions as agreement, encouragement, or a casual sign-off. The literal meaning ('do it to it') is almost never intended, it is purely idiomatic.

Originally a religious invocation, now a very frequent Colombian exclamation expressing surprise, exasperation, or disbelief. Tone ranges from mild frustration to warm disbelief depending on intonation. Not considered irreverent in everyday Colombian speech.

Regional Colombian verb suggesting moving forward through difficulty, often with determination. Less common nationally than other expressions here.

Describes someone or something that wears on your patience. Frequently used in affectionate arguments between people who know each other well, the tone can be playfully scolding rather than genuinely angry.

A traditional Colombian community savings practice where a group of people contribute small amounts regularly, originally to buy ingredients for natilla (a traditional sweet) at Christmas. The word has broadened to mean any informal community fund.