General
chavalo
What does chavalo mean?
Chicano/Mexican slang for a young boy or kid.
"Ese chavalo juega bien al fútbol."
Origin
Mexican/Chicano Spanish, from 'chaval.'
Frequently asked questions
What does chavalo mean?
It's Mexican and Chicano slang for a kid or young boy; 'chavala' is used for a girl.
Where does chavalo come from?
It comes from the Spanish 'chaval' (kid), with the '-alo' ending common in Mexican usage.
Is chavalo rude?
No, it's casual and neutral, simply an informal word for a young person.
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