No mames

No fucking way

ES

Example

¿No mames, neta conseguiste boletos en primera fila?

When to use it

A friend tells you they got front-row tickets for a concert, and you blurt it out in disbelief.

What it means

Literally "Don't suck" (from "mamar," to suck), which is why it's considered vulgar.
In practice it means "No way," "You've gotta be kidding," or "Come on," used for surprise, disbelief, admiration, or annoyance. It's one of the most Mexican reactions ever and often pairs with "güey." It's common in casual speech, but you should avoid it in professional settings or around people you need to show respect to.

Don't confuse it with

"No mames" does not mean stop eating that, leave immediately, don't forget the plan. It specifically means "No fucking way".

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Être en kiff total sur quelqu'un

To be totally into someone

FR

Example

— T'en parles depuis deux jours, là.
— Frère/sœur, je suis en kiff total sur lui/elle.
— Ça se voit, t'as le sourire bête.
— Laisse, je me contrôle pas.

When to use it

At work or at a party, your friend is describing someone and you can see they're completely hooked.

What it means

'Kiffer' (slang) means to really like or enjoy something. 'Être en kiff total sur quelqu'un' means being very attracted, having a huge crush, sometimes to the point of being a bit obvious. Informal register, more young-adult, very oral.

Don't confuse it with

"Être en kiff total sur quelqu'un" does not mean to be furious with someone, to be bored by someone, to be wary of someone. It specifically means "To be totally into someone".

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Beat around the bush

To avoid talking directly about the main topic

EN

Example

Can you stop beating around the bush and just tell me if you're quitting?

When to use it

You're in a meeting and someone keeps giving long background stories instead of answering the question.

What it means

Literally it suggests hitting the bushes instead of going straight for the target.
In practice it means avoiding the main point-talking indirectly, using hints, or dragging out the conversation. It often implies you're being polite, nervous, or manipulative. People usually say it when they want someone to be blunt and get to the point.

Don't confuse it with

"Beat around the bush" does not mean explain something in a simple way, speak too honestly without tact, change the topic to something fun. It specifically means "To avoid talking directly about the main topic".

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July 22, 2026

No mames

Être en kiff total sur quelqu'un

Beat around the bush