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/Sounds like "chah" (as in "chat") + "MEE" (as in "me") + "goh" (as in "go")/

Meaning

A close, deeply trusted friend and companion in Paraguay and northern Argentina. A chamigo is more than just a buddy: the bond has roots in Guarani culture and implies unconditional loyalty and unspoken understanding. A chamigo shows up before you even have to explain the situation.

Examples

That's my chamigo from childhood, with him there are no half-measures.

A real chamigo helps you without needing you to explain anything.

Regional synonyms

A bad flu or heavy cold in Mexico and Colombia with the full package of symptoms. When you get a gripa, it's coughing, runny nose, fever, body aches, and feeling like you got hit by a truck.