Notes on Mexican Expressions and Slang

Introduction

• Objective: Learn essential phrases and slang used in everyday Mexican conversations.
• Course Structure:
  1. Section 1: Colloquial words in Mexican Spanish.
  2. Section 2: Extremely informal terms to use with friends and family.

Section 1: Colloquial Words

Common Phrases and Responses

• Mande: Polite way to say "What?" or "Yes."
• Bueno: Response when answering the phone.

Terms for Referring to People

• Chavo/Chava: Refers to a boy or girl; also synonymous with boyfriend or girlfriend.
• Mijo/Mija: Affectionate term for children, friends, or partner.
• Padre/Suave: Means something is good or cool.
• Güero: Refers to a blonde person.

Warning Expressions

• Ándale: Used to hurry or encourage someone.
• Aguas: Warning of danger or caution.

Reactions and Surprise

• Chin/Híjole: Expressions of surprise or frustration.
• Ni modo: Expresses resignation.

Other Terms

• Melate: Expression of agreement.
• Vacilar: To tease or joke.
• Enchilar/Enchiloso: Related to a spicy sensation.
• Mandado: Means errands or grocery shopping.

Section 2: Informal Terms

Phrases to Use with Friends

• Qué onda: Greeting or asking "What's up?"
• No manches: Expresses surprise, anger, or frustration.
• Neta: Means "the truth" or "to be honest."
• Paro: Favor, help.
• Güey: Very popular, used to refer to friends.
• Buena onda: Someone nice or friendly.
• Chido/Gacho: Something good/bad or low quality.
• Chafa: Something of low quality.
• Cañón: Something complicated or difficult.

Expressions Related to Money

• Lana/Feria: Money.
• No hay bronca: No problem.
• Picho: To invite someone (to pay).

Terms for Drinks and Parties

• Chela/Fría: Beer.
• Agarrar la onda: To understand.
• Órale: Used to encourage or express agreement.
• Agitarse: To get nervous or restless.

Uses of "Pex"

• Qué pex: Greeting or surprise.
• No pex: No problem.
• Ponerse pex: To get drunk.
• Buen pex: Good person, nice.

Other Terms and Expressions

• Hacer el oso: To make a fool of oneself.
• Qué oso: Something embarrassing.

Conclusion

• An additional guide was shared to explore more about Mexican slang.
• It is expected that these expressions will help communicate better in Mexican Spanish.
• Participants are invited to interact with the content and give their feedback.