no mames
noh mah-messphrase
Spanish & ChicanoVulgarDifficulty 1 of 3: Widely known
Know it. Don't throw it. This is the real heat — here so you can clock it in a song, a comment, or the next table over. Take it for a spin and you'll find out who still wants to talk to you.
Definition
No fucking way. Are you kidding me. The hard version of no manches — built on mamar, to suck.
In simple English: A strong no way, or you’re kidding.
Examples
No mames, they want four thousand for that studio?
No mames, güey. You did not just say that in front of her mom.
Usage notes
Genuinely profane. Documented so you can recognize it in music, the street, and group chats. Do not use it at work, with elders, or with people you just met.
At a glance
- Track
- Spanish & Chicano
- Region
- Statewide
- Part of speech
- phrase