WorksheetsJERGA BORICUA (EDICIÓN ESPECIAL)
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
EMBUSTE
A truth or fact
A lie or deception, used to call out something false.
A type of agreement
A form of communication
CHAVOS
Cash / Money: Money, referring to cash in general.
A type of food commonly eaten in Mexico.
A popular dance style in Latin America.
A traditional clothing item worn in Spain.
JEVA
Girlfriend or girl, used informally to refer to women.
A type of traditional dance.
A popular dish in Mediterranean cuisine.
A term for a male friend.
ACHO
Hey / Wow: Informal greeting or exclamation of surprise, like saying 'hey' or 'wow!'
A formal way to greet someone in a business setting.
A type of traditional dance from South America.
A common phrase used to express disappointment.
CHOTA
A type of fruit
A person who gossips or snitches
A traditional dance
A popular dish
BIRRAS
A colloquial term for beers (plural), used in casual settings.
A type of cocktail made with rum and fruit juice.
A brand of wine popular in Europe.
A traditional dish made with rice and beans.
BROKI
Close friend, like 'brother' or 'buddy.'
A type of food or dish.
A greeting used among friends.
A term for a formal relationship.
JÍBARO
Countryman / Rural person
Urban dweller
City resident
Suburbanite
PANA
Friend / Buddy: Close friend, one of the most common terms for a friend.
Acquaintance: A person one knows slightly.
Stranger: A person whom one does not know.
Companion: A person who accompanies or is associated with another.
PERREO, PERREAR
A style of ballet dancing
A type of salsa dance
Twerking / Dancing reggaeton: Sensual dance
A traditional folk dance from Spain
BORICUA
A term for Puerto Ricans, used with pride as a noun (person) or adjective.
A type of traditional Puerto Rican dish.
A popular dance style originating from Puerto Rico.
A historical figure in Puerto Rican independence movement.
BREGAR
To work hard / To deal: To put effort into a task or deal with a situation, very versatile.
To relax and take it easy.
To avoid responsibility and procrastinate.
To delegate tasks to others.
ENCOJONAO
Pissed off / Angry: Very angry, describing frustration or rage.
Happy and cheerful: Feeling joyful and content.
Indifferent: Having no particular interest or concern.
Calm and relaxed: Free from stress or anxiety.
CUERO
A derogatory term for someone considered promiscuous.
A type of leather used in fashion.
A traditional Mexican dish made with meat.
A popular dance style in Latin America.
CAFRE
A polite and respectful person
A rude or delinquent person
A kind-hearted individual
A well-mannered child
AY ¡BENDITO!
Aw man / Oh my gosh: Expresses sympathy, regret, or surprise in emotional contexts.
A common greeting in Spanish-speaking countries.
An expression of joy or celebration.
A phrase used to express anger or frustration.
BOCHINCHE
Gossip: Gossip or rumors, very common in casual conversations.
A type of traditional dance.
A popular dish in Latin cuisine.
A term for a formal meeting.
JEVO
Boyfriend / Guy: Boyfriend or guy, the male counterpart to 'jeva.'
Friend / Buddy: A close companion or associate.
Sister / Gal: The female counterpart to 'jeva.'
Cousin / Relative: A family member or relation.
WEPA
Woo! / Yay!: Exclamation of enthusiasm, joy, or celebration, highly iconic.
A type of traditional dance from Puerto Rico.
A popular brand of coffee in Latin America.
A common greeting in Spanish-speaking countries.
CACO
Reggaeton fan / Urban style: Person who follows reggaeton culture or dresses urban.
A type of traditional dance from the Caribbean.
A popular genre of classical music.
A style of painting characterized by bright colors.
