General
bichote
What does bichote mean?
A 'big shot' — someone important, moneyed, or powerful, and specifically a neighborhood drug boss in reggaeton. Feminine 'bichota' has become an anthem of female empowerment.
"Ese se cree el bichote del caserío."
Origin
Puerto Rican Spanish; Anglicism from English 'big shot'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'bichote' mean?
It means a 'big shot' — an important, powerful, or moneyed person, and specifically a neighborhood drug boss in reggaeton culture.
Where does 'bichote' come from?
It's a Puerto Rican Anglicism derived from the English phrase 'big shot'.
What is 'bichota'?
'Bichota' is the feminine form, popularized by Karol G as an anthem of female power and confidence.
Is 'bichote' always about drugs?
Not always — it can just mean a big shot or powerful person, though in reggaeton it often specifically means a drug boss.
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