Salvadoran Vocabulary
This is a glossary with the most common Salvadoran expression, and phrases, arranged according to the letters of the alphabet: A A chis: expression that shows lack of interest. A cucucho: Holding a person on the shoulders, carrying piggyback. Aguevo: Synonym of affirming an event or opinion. It also refers to someone who tells the truth. Ex “El equipo jugó mal – Aguevo. Ahí nomás : Near place. Ajolotar: Salvadoran autochthonous word that denotes desperation Alguashte: Seasoning widely used for mangoes, jicama, and any other type of food that can be seasone. Amansalocos: Artifact of recent application, with cane form used by the riot police to impose the order. Apiar: action to get off or get out of somewhere. Arrimado: It is said of the person who lives in the house and at the expense of the work of another without greater contribution on his part. Arroz con tunco: Native expression used to comment to a...