cholo
What is another word for cholo? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — (informal, sometimes offensive) A term, mainly used in the US, for a Mexican-American or Hispanic gang member or someone with that style.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish cholo, whose ultimate origin is uncertain.
Full origin of cholo →Frequently asked questions
What does “cholo” mean?
The word “cholo” means (informal, sometimes offensive) A term, mainly used in the US, for a Mexican-American or Hispanic gang member or someone with that style. In plain terms, a slang term for a Chicano gang-associated identity, common in West Coast US usage.
How do you pronounce “cholo”?
“Cholo” is pronounced CHOH-loh (/ˈt͡ʃoʊloʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cholo” in a sentence?
Here is “cholo” used in a sentence: “The film depicted cholo culture in 1990s East Los Angeles.”
What part of speech is “cholo”?
“Cholo” is a noun.
Where does the word “cholo” come from?
The word “cholo” comes from Spanish. Borrowed from Spanish cholo, whose ultimate origin is uncertain.
