Tips For Costa Rica

When visiting Costa Rica, you may overhear locals using Spanish words which you may have never heard in other Spanish countries. Common words such as “pulperia,” “Tico” and “pura vida” may confuse people who are learning Spanish and even some native Spanish speaking people. We at Tips for Costa Rica have compiled a list of the top 9 Costa Rican slang words to help you on your visit. 1. Pulperia: (Pool-pa-ree-a) A Pulperia is a small corner store, usually family run which sells basic food items and occasionally items one would expect to find at a bazaar. There are thousands across the country, and they are in close proximity...