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/Sounds like "CHOHP" (as in "chose")/

Meaning

In the Dominican Republic, a knock or tap on the head with the knuckles, the kind friends give each other or used as school punishment. A well-placed 'chop' will make your head ring for a moment.

Examples

They gave them a chop and ran off.

If you're late, I'll give you a chop on the head.

Regional synonyms

An expression of approval meaning something is great, top-notch, or exactly right. In Mexico and other Latin countries, 'calidad' said with the right tone is a full endorsement, no qualifiers needed, it just means 'that's the real deal'.