General
chante
What does chante mean?
One's house or home; a Chicano/border Spanglish term.
"Pásate a mi chante al rato."
Origin
Spanglish from English 'shanty/shack'; Chicano for house.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'chante' mean?
It's Chicano Spanglish slang for your house, home, or pad.
Where does 'chante' come from?
It's thought to derive from the English 'shanty' or 'shack', adapted into Chicano border Spanish.
How do you use 'chante'?
Use it casually for your place, as in 'pásate a mi chante' — 'come by my pad'.
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