General
babilla
What does babilla mean?
Courage, guts, or ballsy bravery; the nerve to do something bold.
"Hay que tener babilla para meterse en ese lío."
Origin
Puerto Rican Spanish slang for courage.
Frequently asked questions
What does babilla mean?
It means guts, bravery, or the nerve to do something bold.
How do you use babilla?
You say something takes courage, like 'hay que tener babilla' — 'you've got to have guts.'
Is babilla a rude word?
No — it's casual slang for courage and isn't considered vulgar.
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