baraja
To bail on plans / drop a subject (DR)
Definitions
To cancel or change plans at the last minute, or to let a topic drop. Implies flakiness.
baraja In A Sentence
Origin & Usage
Dominican Spanish; from 'barajar' (to shuffle cards).
People Also Ask
What does 'baraja' mean in Dominican slang?
It means to bail on plans or cancel at the last minute, or to let a topic drop — it implies flakiness.
Where does 'baraja' come from?
It comes from 'barajar', meaning to shuffle cards, evoking the idea of dodging or reshuffling.
How do you use 'baraja'?
You use it when someone flakes, like 'me barajó el plan a última hora' (he bailed on the plan last minute).
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