South American Spanish
Pata
Used when addressing a close friend in a friendly manner.
Literal Meaning
Leg
Actual Meaning
Friend, buddy
Examples in Context

Necesito hablar con mi pata sobre algo importante.

¿Quieres salir con tu pata este fin de semana?

Ayer estuve con mi pata en la plaza, jugamos al fútbol.

Helpful Tips
  • 1You might hear 'pata' mainly among younger people, especially in relaxed settings.
  • 2In Peru, 'pata' is used informally among friends, so using it in casual conversations shows warmth and camaraderie.
  • 3If someone refers to you as their 'pata', it's a sign of friendship and trust.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
buddy
friend
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