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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