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/Sounds like "CHAH" (as in "chat") + "boh" (as in "boat")/

Meaning

In Mexico, 'chavo' refers to a young boy or young man, with the term often used to describe someone of any age, rather than a specific age range. It is a colloquial and informal way to address or refer to a young male.

Examples

The young man who works at the corner pharmacy is a chavo.

Today's youth are glued to their cellphones.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Honduras
Bandera de El Salvador
Bandera de Guatemala
Bandera de Nicaragua
Cipote

/Sounds like "CHAH" (as in "chat") + "boh" (as in "boat")/

Meaning

A young person, kid, or teenager in Mexico. It's the most universal way to refer to someone young, whether they're a child, adolescent, or young adult.

Examples

Kids these days are glued to their phones.

He's a good kid, always has a great attitude.

Regional synonyms
Bandera de Argentina
Bandera de Uruguay
Pibe
Bandera de Chile
Cabro

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In Mexico, to suddenly come out with an excuse, surprise, or last-minute change that derails everything. The person who sale con que always has an inconvenient twist at the worst possible moment.