General
baraja
What does baraja mean?
To cancel or change plans at the last minute, or to let a topic drop. Implies flakiness.
"Me barajó el plan a última hora."
Origin
Dominican Spanish; from 'barajar' (to shuffle cards).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'baraja' mean in Dominican slang?
It means to bail on plans or cancel at the last minute, or to let a topic drop — it implies flakiness.
Where does 'baraja' come from?
It comes from 'barajar', meaning to shuffle cards, evoking the idea of dodging or reshuffling.
How do you use 'baraja'?
You use it when someone flakes, like 'me barajó el plan a última hora' (he bailed on the plan last minute).
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