Tico slangCosta Rica
To leave quickly; also to tease or provoke, depending on context.
- How to say it
- pi·car
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More Tico slang
- JalarseTo leave, or to pull off/do something: se jaló una torta.
- Irse de rideTo go for a drive or outing; ride is pronounced as an English loan.
- RiteA lift or ride in a car: ¿Me da un rite?
- Tener campoTo have room or availability; ¿Tiene campo? can mean do you have a table/appointment slot?
- Hacer campoTo make space or accommodate someone.
- Ahorita vuelvoI'll be back soon; ahorita is intentionally flexible.