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pasón means overdose — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: January 22, 2026

🌶️ Mexican Slang

pasón

noun • /[pa-SON]/

overdose

Example:

Se dio un pasón anoche.

He overdosed last night.

🧠 What does pasón mean?

Pasón is a colloquial term primarily used in Mexico to refer to an overdose, typically associated with drug consumption. It describes the state of experiencing an excessive and dangerous amount of a substance, leading to severe adverse effects or even death. The word carries a strong connotation of the negative consequences of substance abuse.

📚 Extra examples

  • La noticia de que su amigo tuvo un pasón en la fiesta fue muy preocupante.
    The news that his friend had an overdose at the party was very worrying.
  • El centro de rehabilitación ayuda a personas que han sufrido pasones o están en riesgo de sufrirlos.
    The rehabilitation center helps people who have suffered overdoses or are at risk of suffering them.
  • Es importante hablar sobre los peligros de las drogas para evitar un pasón.
    It is important to talk about the dangers of drugs to avoid an overdose.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'sobredosis' is the standard Spanish term for overdose, 'pasón' is a colloquial and informal alternative found predominantly in Mexico, highlighting regional variations in language.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "pasón"

Synonyms: sobredosis

🔍 See more mexican slang words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'overdose' in Spanish?
The most common and formal term for 'overdose' in Spanish is 'sobredosis'. However, in Mexican slang, 'pasón' is used informally to mean overdose.
How do you pronounce 'pasón' in Spanish?
The pronunciation of 'pasón' is pah-SON. The 'p' is pronounced like in English. The 'a' is an open 'ah' sound. The 's' is like in English. The 'ó' is a stressed 'oh' sound, similar to the 'o' in 'go'. The final 'n' is pronounced like in English.
How do you use 'pasón' in a sentence?
Pasón is used as a noun, referring to the event of an overdose. For example: "Hubo un pasón anoche en el concierto." (There was an overdose last night at the concert.)
What is the English translation of 'pasón'?
The primary English translation of 'pasón' is 'overdose', particularly in the context of slang, especially Mexican slang.
Does 'pasón' change for gender or number?
As a noun, 'pasón' is masculine. While it is typically used in the singular form, if one were to refer to multiple overdose events, the plural form would be 'pasones'. However, this is less common in typical usage.
Is 'pasón' common in everyday Spanish?
'Pasón' is not common in everyday Spanish outside of Mexico. In other Spanish-speaking countries, the term 'sobredosis' is universally understood and used for overdose.
Does 'pasón' have slang or double meanings?
The primary meaning of 'pasón' is overdose. It is a slang term and not typically used in formal contexts. It does not generally have widely recognized double meanings beyond its direct reference to an excessive intake of a substance.
Is 'pasón' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
Yes, 'pasón' is a term specific to Mexican slang. In Spain and most other parts of Latin America, the standard and widely understood term for overdose is 'sobredosis'.

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