Jirones (en. Tatters)

/xiɾones/

Synonyms

Slang Meanings

To be in a precarious or difficult situation.
After the breakup, her life was in tatters.
Después de la ruptura, su vida quedó en jirones.
To speak in a confused or incoherent manner.
He was so nervous that his speech came out in shreds.
Estaba tan nervioso que su discurso salió en jirones.