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¡ayala vida!

Also spelled: ayalavida · ¡ayala bestia!

Definition

An exclamation of surprise, pity or annoyance depending on tone. One of the most recognizable phrases of Panamanian speech, with no exact equivalent elsewhere.

Example

Ayala vida! I locked my keys inside of the car.¡Ayala vida! Se me quedaron las llaves adentro del carro.

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Where it is used
nationwide
Currency
in use today
Origin
Contracción de "ay, la vida".

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