cállate, güera
The English phrase "shut up, white girl" is translated into Spanish as cállate, güera.
This phrase is used as an informal command to tell a light-skinned woman to stop talking. It is often perceived as rude or dismissive, and the impact of the phrase depends heavily on the speaker's tone.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
This expression is informal. Because it can be perceived as rude or dismissive, it should be used with caution.
Did you know?
- In certain regional dialects, calling someone güera can be a way to comment on their perceived wealth or social status, as light skin has historically been a marker of higher class in some Latin American societies.
- In many parts of Mexico, güera is often used as a term of endearment or a friendly nickname rather than a racial descriptor. Depending on the tone, it can be a playful way to address a friend.
- The term güera is sometimes used in Mexico to refer to foreign tourists from the US or Europe, regardless of their actual ethnicity.
Examples in context
- Ya cállate, güera, que no te escucho.Just shut up, white girl, I can't hear you.
- Por favor, cállate, güera, que estoy tratando de dormir.Please, shut up, white girl, I'm trying to sleep.
Example conversation
Two friends are arguing jokingly about a movie.
- LucíaNo puede ser que te guste esa película.I can't believe you like that movie.
- AlejandroEs que es un clásico, Lucía.It's just a classic, Lucia.
- Lucía¡Cállate, güera! No tienes gusto.Shut up, white girl! You have no taste.
- Alejandro¡Qué grosera eres, Alejandro!How rude you are, Alejandro!
