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Etymology
Pronunciation
pinche
damn
pinch
to squeeze
+
-e
adjective suffix
Pinche means damn (as an adjective) and can be remembered by thinking of the English word pinch0 (to squeeze0) + -e1 (adjective suffix1). It's like something that 'pinches' or irritates you, making you say 'damn!'
adjective
  1. damn
    A vulgar and offensive term used as an intensifier or to express anger or frustration
    ¡Ese pinche carro no arranca! // That damn car won't start!
noun
  1. kitchen helper
    A kitchen assistant or dishwasher in a restaurant
    Empezó como pinche en el restaurante. // He started as a kitchen helper in the restaurant.