¡Aguas!
[ guatemalan slang ]
expression
Definition
Look out! Warning expression to indicate caution or danger.
Examples
- "¡Aguas with traffic! It's dangerous to drive so fast."
- "¡Aguas! A car is coming at full speed."
- "¡Aguas with the dog, it bites!"
Synonyms
watch out careful look out
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Usage
Very common warning expression in Guatemala and Central America. Although it literally means “water,” it’s used to alert someone of danger or to be cautious. Also used throughout Central America and Mexico.
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