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/Sounds like "chahn" (as in "chat") + "GEE" (as in "geese") + "toh" (as in "toll")/

Meaning

Affectionate diminutive of "chango" in Bolivia, used for a small child or young boy with a warm, familiar tone. Very common in everyday Bolivian speech.

Examples

The little one is walking on his own already, look how he's growing.

Send the kid over to let them know we already arrived.

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Nickname for the Mexican national soccer team, named after the green jersey they wear at home. When Mexicans say "La Verde," it's pure emotional investment in the national team, not a color commentary.