General
chorro
What does chorro mean?
A large amount of something — 'un chorro de' = loads of.
"Tengo un chorro de trabajo esta semana."
Origin
Caribbean Spanish; from 'chorro' (gush/stream).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'un chorro de' mean?
It means 'loads of' or 'a ton of' something, as in '¡un chorro de trabajo!' — 'a ton of work!'
Where does 'chorro' meaning 'a lot' come from?
From the literal 'chorro' (a gush or stream of liquid); the image of a gushing stream became slang for a large amount.
Is 'chorro' informal?
Yes, using 'chorro' to mean 'loads' is casual, everyday Caribbean speech, not formal Spanish.
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