maria
“maria” means “marijuana” in Spanish (cannabis).
marijuana, weed
Also: pot, cannabis
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El olor a maria era muy fuerte en la calle.
B2The smell of weed was very strong on the street.
Dicen que venden buena maria en ese barrio.
B2They say they sell good marijuana in that neighborhood.
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This word is a shortened, colloquial form of the Spanish word 'marihuana'. The origin of 'marihuana' itself is uncertain, but it may come from the proper name 'María Juana' (Mary Jane), or potentially from indigenous Mexican languages.
First recorded: The slang usage of 'maria' likely became common in the 20th century as a casual abbreviation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'maria' the same as the name 'María'?
No. When spelled with a lowercase 'm' (maria), it is almost exclusively used as informal slang for marijuana/cannabis. The proper name for a person is always capitalized: 'María'.
¿Es una palabra ofensiva?
It is not generally considered offensive, but because it is drug slang, it is inappropriate for professional, academic, or formal situations.