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rifar
What does rifar mean?
To be awesome or to rule; 'rifársela' means to go all out or prove yourself.
"Se la rifaron con la fiesta, estuvo increíble."
Origin
Chicano/Mexican slang; from 'rifa' (raffle/to be top).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'rifar' mean in slang?
It means to rule, to be the best, or to dominate; something that 'rifa' is awesome.
What does 'rifársela' mean?
'Rifársela' means to go all out or really prove yourself, as in 'Se la rifaron con la fiesta' ('They went all out with the party').
Where does 'rifar' come from?
It's Chicano/Mexican slang linked to 'rifa' (raffle), extended to mean being top or coming out on top.
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