An indigenous Mexican native word that refers to a type of beetle, but is used as a derogatory term for persons of African descent. Similar to the “N -word”.
I hate that pinche Mayate.
To engage in a fight.
You keep talking smack, you must wanna get ‘em up or something.
Washing dishes
Jay can’t come to the phone right now, because he’s busting suds.
When an individual is no longer a delicate child but is an adult or on their way to adulthood.
Aged, matured, older, grown
Tyrone, get yo’ rusty behind up out of bed and do these dishes.
The nape of the neck.
I see ya got your done but that kitchen is still nappy looking.
Being nosy and looking out of your windows or door in order to spy on your neighbors.
Also known as do’ poppin’
I can’t stand that old nosy, door poppin’ , old biddy down the street, she is always in someone’s business.
An older and well respected member (or former member) of a gang, club, or clique. This word is mostly used in Chicano gangs and cliques.
An O.G.
See that old vato right there, that’s Big Lefty, he’s a veterano.
