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    Porra (en. Club)

    /ˈpo.ra/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A blunt object used in protests or sporting events.
    The police used clubs to control the crowd.
    Los policías usaban porras para controlar la multitud.
    A form of bet or wager in a game.
    The team had a club among its fans.
    El equipo tenía una porra entre sus aficionados.
    Colloquial word to refer to something that is very good or favorable.
    The concert was a blast, everyone enjoyed it.
    El concierto fue una porra, todo el mundo lo disfrutó.

    Etymology

    The word has its origins in Old Spanish, related to the verb 'porrear', which means to hit.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to hit with the club
    To use violence or force in controlling a situation.
    meter la porra
    to make a club
    To participate in a type of betting or collective game.
    hacer porra
    to be in a club
    To be in a difficult or complicated situation.
    estar de porra

    Related Words

    stick
    A smaller and lighter version of the club, also used for hitting.
    porrete
    cane
    A long stick used for support or to walk.
    bastón
    rod
    Elongated and cylindrical object that can be used to hit.
    palo

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to a good streak in gambling.
    Today at the club went wonderfully for me.
    Hoy en la porra me fue de maravilla.
    Phrase used to express enthusiasm for an activity.
    Last night's party was a blast.
    La fiesta de anoche fue una porra.