General
la chota
What does la chota mean?
Slang for the police, common in northern Mexico and Chicano usage.
"Nos paró la chota en la esquina."
Origin
Mexican/Chicano Spanish slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'la chota' mean?
It's slang for the police, common in northern Mexico and Chicano communities.
Where is 'la chota' used?
It's characteristic of northern Mexican and Chicano Spanish, often in street contexts.
How do you use 'la chota'?
Use it to refer to the cops, e.g. 'Nos paró la chota en la esquina' ('The cops pulled us over on the corner').
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