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Literally meaning "waters", "¡Aguas!" is a warning that means "Be careful!" or "Watch out!". It's used to alert someone to potential danger or to pay attention. It originated from colonial times when people would throw dirty water from their windows onto the streets and warn pedestrians by shouting "¡Aguas!" (waters).
Literal Translation:
Waters
Level of Use:
common
Region:
Ciudad de México
Examples
Watch out for that hole!
Watch out! A car is coming
Careful with how you talk to people eh!