Central American Spanish
Bolo
Used when discussing someone's alcohol consumption or party behavior.
Literal Meaning
To shout or call out loudly; to make a loud sound
Actual Meaning
Intoxicated - Guatemala
Examples in Context

No me gusta salir con él cuando está bolo, se pone muy ruidoso.

Cuando ella tomó más de la cuenta, empezó a hablar como si estuviera bolo.

Anoche, Miguel se volvió bolo en la fiesta y tuvo que irse temprano.

Helpful Tips
  • 1You might hear 'bolo' used affectionately among friends, indicating a light-hearted atmosphere rather than judgment.
  • 2Context matters! If 'bolo' is used in a joke or with laughter, it's likely meant in a fun, non-threatening way.
  • 3In social settings, saying someone is 'bolo' often implies they are in a state of playful intoxication rather than seriously drunk.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
drunk
wasted
smashed
plastered
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