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saltar means to jump — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 14, 2025

🌶️ Mexican Slang

saltar

verb • /[sal-TAR]/

to jump

Example:

Me gusta saltar alto.

I like to jump high.

🧠 What does saltar mean?

While 'saltar' generally means 'to jump' in Spanish, in Mexican slang, it takes on the meaning of 'to skip out on something,' 'to ditch,' or 'to bail.' It's often used to describe avoiding a responsibility, an event, or a person. For example, you might 'saltar' class, a party, or a date. Think of it as a more informal and colloquial way of saying you're not going to show up.

📚 Extra examples

  • Voy a saltar la clase de hoy porque estoy muy cansado.
    I'm going to skip class today because I'm very tired.
  • Saltaron la fiesta sin avisar a nadie.
    They ditched the party without telling anyone.
  • No me saltes, te necesito en la reunión.
    Don't bail on me, I need you at the meeting.

💡 Did You Know?

While 'saltar' might make you think of physical jumping, in Mexican slang, it can also be used metaphorically for skipping out on obligations!

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "saltar"

Synonyms: brincar, botar, escaquear (slang), pelar (slang)
Opposites: asistir, presentarse, acudir

🔍 See more mexican slang words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to jump' in Spanish?
The general word for 'to jump' in Spanish is 'saltar.' However, depending on the context, other verbs like 'brincar' or 'botar' might also be appropriate.
How do you pronounce 'saltar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced sahl-TAHR, with the stress on the last syllable.
How do you use 'saltar' in a sentence?
In standard Spanish: 'El gato saltó sobre la mesa.' (The cat jumped on the table.) In Mexican slang: 'Vamos a saltar la escuela hoy.' (We're going to skip school today.)
What is the English translation of 'saltar'?
The primary translation is 'to jump.' However, in Mexican slang, it can mean 'to skip,' 'to ditch,' or 'to bail.'
Does 'saltar' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'saltar' conjugates according to the subject pronoun. For example: yo salto, tú saltas, él/ella/usted salta, nosotros/as saltamos, vosotros/as saltáis, ellos/ellas/ustedes saltan.
Is 'saltar' common in everyday Spanish?
The literal meaning of 'to jump' is common. The slang usage is frequent in informal Mexican Spanish.
Does 'saltar' have slang or double meanings?
Yes, as mentioned, in Mexican slang, it can mean 'to skip,' 'to ditch,' or 'to bail.'
Is 'saltar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
While the core meaning remains consistent across Spanish-speaking regions, the slang usage described here is primarily associated with Mexico.
How do you conjugate 'saltar' in Spanish?
Here are the present tense conjugations: Yo salto Tú saltas Él/ella/usted salta Nosotros/as saltamos Vosotros/as saltáis Ellos/ellas/ustedes saltan

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