I am learning that Mexicans (for their great indigenous influence) use many slang words that begin with "ch". (Note: the ending for most of these words changes from "o" to "a" for a woman.) Some of these include:
--Chilango: someone who is from Mexico City, like Washingtonian, Texan, Porteño (A los chilangos, les gustar pachangar! Mexicans (from Mex City) love to party!)
--Chulo: term of endearment or cat-calling (Hola chula, como estas? Hi honey, how are you? ...can be used to taunt women or to speak sweetly to a girl/boyfriend or friend)
--Chamaco: child/young person (Preoccupo por el chamaco. I worry about the child.)
--Chavo: guy/friend (Voy a salir con los chavos/chavas. I'm going out with the guys/girls.)
--Chamba: work (ie. Tengo mucha chamba. I have a lot of work.)
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