Metralla (en. Shrapnel)
/meˈtraj.a/
Synonyms
- fragmento
- detrito
- esquirla
Slang Meanings
To refer to a chaotic or dangerous situation.
The party turned into shrapnel when they started fighting.
La fiesta se convirtió en metralla cuando empezaron a pelear.
Unexpected expenses that arise from a problem.
That unforeseen event was shrapnel in my budget.
Ese imprevisto fue una metralla en mi presupuesto.