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chavos
What does chavos mean?
The everyday Puerto Rican word for money, replacing 'dinero' in casual speech. (Note: in Mexico 'chavo' means a young guy.)
"No tengo chavos para salir esta noche."
Origin
Puerto Rican Spanish; from 'ochavo', an old copper coin.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'chavos' mean in Puerto Rico?
It's the everyday Puerto Rican word for money, used in place of 'dinero'.
Where does 'chavos' come from?
It derives from 'ochavo', an old Spanish copper coin.
Does 'chavo' mean the same thing everywhere?
No — in Puerto Rico 'chavos' means money, but in Mexico 'chavo' means a young guy or kid.
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