General
cruda
What does cruda mean?
The hangover itself, the morning-after suffering from drinking.
"Tengo una cruda horrible hoy."
Origin
Noun form of 'crudo' (raw) for the hangover.
Frequently asked questions
What does cruda mean?
It's the Mexican slang word for a hangover — 'tengo cruda' means 'I have a hangover'.
What is a cura de cruda?
It's a hangover cure — food or a drink (often a michelada or spicy soup) taken to ease the morning after.
Is cruda only used in Mexico?
It's the standard hangover word in Mexico; other countries use 'resaca' or 'guayabo' instead.
Where does cruda come from?
It's the noun form of 'crudo' (raw), capturing the rough, raw feeling of a hangover.
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