Here's our list of Spanish phrases, their literal translation and their intended meaning.

Where we know the country of origin, that country's flag is added. In some cases we've taken the phrase and tried a design.

If you see anything wrong or know other countries where the phrase is used please let us know!

Estoy en el horno con papas

I'm in the oven with potatoes

If you are in the oven with potatoes, you're in a difficult or complex situation without a solution

No dar papaya

Don't give papaya

Don't give papaya in Colombia means be careful so no one has the opportunity to rob you or take advantage of you

Me pica el bagre

My catfish is itchy

I'm starving!

Oi pora

It is good

I'm fine

Go jamon or go home

Go ham or go home

Embrace the culture where you are

Echar el poto para las moras

To throw your butt to the blackberry bush

You are backing out of a commitment

Que palta!

What avocado!

How embarrassing!