noun
General Slang
chilango
chee-LAHN-goh · noun · informal
A person from Mexico City
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Definitions
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Someone from Mexico City; can be neutral or teasing depending on who says it.
“¿Eres chilango o de dónde?”
by community
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As an adjective, describing things characteristic of Mexico City.
“Me encanta el acento chilango.”
by community
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chilango In A Sentence
¿Eres chilango o de dónde?
Me encanta el acento chilango.
Origin & Usage
Mexican slang for a Mexico City resident.
Variants
chilanga
People Also Ask
What does 'chilango' mean?
It refers to a person from Mexico City, or things characteristic of the city.
Is 'chilango' an insult?
It can go either way; it's neutral among many but can be teasing or mildly derogatory when said by people from other parts of Mexico.
What is the difference between 'chilango' and 'defeño'?
Both refer to Mexico City people; 'defeño' comes from D.F. (the old name), while 'chilango' is the more widespread, casual term.
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