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ir que chuta

Meaning: Something is working excellently or progressing at great speed; matters are proceeding better than needed.

Language: Spanish

Literally: to go that it shoots

Category: Daily Life

Origin: The image is of something functioning so well it 'shoots' or launches forward with force—a vivid picture of smooth, vigorous operation.

More idioms — Daily Life

  • no pegar ni con cola — To be conspicuously out of place or unsuitable.
  • quedarle cuerda — To still have plenty of energy, vitality, or usefulness left.
  • de grado o por fuerza — Whether one likes it or not; willingly or unwillingly.
  • mandarse a mudar — To leave abruptly or without notice; to depart hastily.
  • a pesar de los pesares — Despite all difficulties and hardships; no matter what obstacles arise.
  • sin cuartel — Without mercy or restraint; ruthlessly and completely.

More Spanish idioms

  • pasarlo teta — To have an excellent, carefree time.
  • con el pie derecho — To make a good start or beginning.
  • a uña de caballo — To move or travel at great speed.
  • írsele la onda — To lose focus or to forget an important point.
  • ser culo de mal asiento — To be restless and unable to stay still.
  • hambre canina — Extreme, ravenous hunger.

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