General
en el bote
What does en el bote mean?
To be in jail; 'el bote' is slang for prison.
"Lo agarraron y está en el bote."
Origin
'Bote' (can/tin) as slang for the lockup.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'en el bote' mean?
It means being in jail or locked up; 'el bote' is slang for prison.
Why is jail called 'el bote'?
It comes from 'bote' (can or tin), used as slang for the lockup.
How do you use 'en el bote'?
Say someone is 'en el bote' to mean they've been jailed, e.g. 'Está en el bote' (he's in jail).
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