/CHO-ta/
The police, cops, or patrol — the street word for law enforcement in Mexico and Central America. 'Chota' comes from the criminal subculture and carries an edge: it's what you say when you see them coming and want everyone to know. Not friendly, not neutral.
Example
"The cops are coming — put that away."
"The cops are parked outside the block again."
Regional synonyms:
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/CHO-ta/
The police, cops, or patrol — the street word for law enforcement in Mexico and Central America. 'Chota' comes from the criminal subculture and carries an edge: it's what you say when you see them coming and want everyone to know. Not friendly, not neutral.
Example
"The cops are coming — put that away."
"The cops are parked outside the block again."
Regional synonyms: