General
chin
What does chin mean?
A mild exclamation of annoyance or dismay, like 'darn' or 'shoot'.
"¡Chin! Se me olvidó pagar el internet."
Origin
Euphemistic clipping avoiding 'chingado'.
Frequently asked questions
What does chin mean in Mexican slang?
It's a mild exclamation of annoyance or dismay, like 'darn' or 'shoot'.
Is chin a bad word?
No, it's actually the clean, euphemistic version used to avoid saying the stronger 'chingado'.
Where does chin come from?
It's a softened clipping of 'chingado', letting you express frustration without swearing.
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