How to Say "jalopy" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “jalopy” is “cucaracha” — B2 level.
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nounB2informal
an old, beat-up car
Examples
No puedo creer que esa cucaracha todavía funcione.
I can't believe that old jalopy still works.
Noun usage
This is a figurative use of the word, comparing the resilience and 'ugliness' of an old car to the insect.
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