Peruanismos

Even if you speak Spanish, you may not recognize some of these distinctly Peruvian words and phrases. Enjoy!

English- Spanish- Peruanismo

House- Casa- Jato

Money- Dinero- Plata

To sleep- Dormir- Jatear

To be very tired- Estar cansado/a- Estar trapo/a

Very- Muy- Recontra

To study- Estudiar- Chancar

Party- Fiesta- Tono

To work- Trabajar- Chambear

Job- Trabajo- Chamba

A moment- Un momento- Un toque

Homegirl- Amiga- Pata