Don't jinx me!

20:26 Apr 17, 2010 

16:18 Apr 17, 2010 

Carmen, thanks for your wikipedia link. I found it most useful in order to clarify the scope of the word 'Andean' in the context of the current discussion.

Marcelo, thanks for your comment. I agree the glossary is enriched by diversity, especially when precise information is provided about regional variations.

Matt, just wondering: were you thinking of any sub-region in special?

13:56 Apr 17, 2010 

bizisyl: I agree; it could definitely be divided into subgroups. The more specific the information that the community provides with respect to where a given term or phrase is used, the more useful that information is. The degree to which variation exists in languages (in general), even within some countries that are not especially large (e.g., Colombia and England), is remarkable. And when it comes to informal language use (especially across social classes), the variation is even greater. The question should be broadened to include this rich diversity. After all, the KudoZ points can still go to "the most helpful" answer (and the glossary will be enriched in the process).

12:41 Apr 17, 2010 

12:30 Apr 17, 2010 

...decimos "no seas mufa"
Otra expresión muy usada y más formal es: "no seas pájaro de mal agüero".

12:24 Apr 17, 2010 

I'm not sure if I'm coming in a bit late in this discussion... but do you all have a clear idea of what is meant by Andean Spanish? Does it mean the Spanish spoken all along the Andes? I guess we would have several, very different subgroups within the varieties of South American Spanish. I'd love to hear what you think about this.

11:35 Apr 17, 2010 

se usa una variante parecida a la de Carmen: "No me eches la sal"

Saludos!

08:29 Apr 17, 2010 

I think those who are familiar with other varieties/dialects of the language should be encouraged to share their knowledge.

08:12 Apr 17, 2010 

Why should the question be broadened if the asker wants specifically an expression or term used in a region (i.e., a localized answer)? There are at least two expressions that I know are used in the Andean region (see my answer below). There is nothing wrong with seeking a "localized" answer.

08:03 Apr 17, 2010 

...the scope of this question should probably be broadened (even if the asker, in the end, selects a suggestion appropriate for his target region).