Pareces un pulpo en un garaje
Meaning: You're completely out of place — flailing around uselessly in an environment that makes no sense for you.
Language: Spanish
Literally: You look like an octopus in a garage
Category: Insult
Origin: Uniquely Spanish image; an octopus has no business being in a garage, and neither do you.
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- Eres la leche — You're the best — absolutely fantastic.
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