General
matraca
What does matraca mean?
Someone who talks endlessly without saying much of substance; a chatterbox.
"Ese tipo es una matraca, habla y habla."
Origin
Puerto Rican Spanish; from 'matraca' (rattle/noisemaker).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'matraca' mean when you call someone that?
It calls someone a motormouth or chatterbox — a person who talks nonstop without saying anything of substance.
Where does 'matraca' come from?
From 'matraca', a wooden rattle or noisemaker; the constant clattering noise became a metaphor for someone who won't stop talking.
Is calling someone a 'matraca' offensive?
It's mildly teasing rather than harsh — a jab at how much someone talks, not a serious insult.
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