chilango

Spanish

Etymology

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Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /t͡ʃiˈlanɡo/ [t͡ʃiˈlãŋ.ɡo]
  • Audio (Mexico):(file)
  • Rhymes: -anɡo
  • Syllabification: chi‧lan‧go

Adjective

chilango (feminine chilanga, masculine plural chilangos, feminine plural chilangas)

  1. (slang) from Mexico City
    Synonyms: capitalino, defeño, mexiqueño

Noun

chilango m (plural chilangos, feminine chilanga, feminine plural chilangas)

  1. (slang) someone from Mexico City
    Synonyms: capitalino, defeño, mexiqueño

Usage notes

  • Often used derogatorily by those living outside the capital. Amongst residents of the city, it can be affectionate.

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