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Spanish
Etymology
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Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /t͡ʃiˈlanɡo/
- Rhymes: -anɡo
- Syllabification: chi‧lan‧go
Adjective
chilango (feminine chilanga, masculine plural chilangos, feminine plural chilangas)
- (slang) from Mexico City
- Synonyms: capitalino, defeño, mexiqueño
Noun
chilango m (plural chilangos, feminine chilanga, feminine plural chilangas)
- (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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