The authorities dismiss the 'Mariachi'

Verb derived from sapo. Used to describe the act of giving information about someone to authorities or rivals. Very common in informal Colombian speech.

Colombian slang for working, especially hard or steady work. From 'camello' (camel), evoking the animal's endurance. Common across social classes in Colombia.

Augmentative-pejorative form of 'rico'. Implies not just wealth but excess and social distance. Carries a dismissive or resentful tone toward the very wealthy.

Colombian colloquial phrase used to underscore sincerity or introduce a genuine statement. Similar in function to 'en serio' or 'de verdad', but more street-level in tone.

Classical allusion used in formal or rhetorical speech to describe a threat that hangs over someone. Its appearance in an otherwise colloquial dialogue signals a character's education or rhetorical ambition.

Very common expression indicating social or reputational damage. The speaker who uses it cares deeply about how they are perceived by others.

Colombian use of the classic fable idiom. Used when someone or something of great ongoing value is being carelessly eliminated or wasted.