In this article, we’ll delve into the multifaceted world of “zarparse” and its related expressions, exploring both its positive and negative connotations.

Zarparse

Zarparse means to exceed or cross a line, not always in a negative way:

• Te zarpaste con el vino, amigo.
• Se zarparon con los aumentos del transporte público.

Zarpado (positive meaning)

Used to describe something as impressive, extreme, incredible, or outstanding.

• ¿Viste qué zarpado el documental de Herzog sobre los volcanes?

• Lo de Federer es muy zarpado. Lo que ganó este tipo, no lo ganó nadie.

Ser un zarpado

In general, it means rude, impolite, or offensive.

• Iván es un zarpado. No puede hablarle así a la gente.

Ser un zarpado + [guitarrista/jugador/escritor/etc]

When someone is above the rest, we say:

• Jimmy Page es un zarpado guitarrista.

¡No, qué zarpado!

This is basically an interjection to show surprise, in both ways.

The origin of the word

The origins of zarparse can be traced to a VESRE of pasarse, but the change of the “s” into “z” makes it more obscure.

Ok, that’s it for today friends

Until next time,

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