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/Sounds like "deh" (as in "debt") + "FEH" (as in "fence") + "nyoh" (as in "onion")/

Meaning

A person born in Mexico City, formerly called the Distrito Federal (D.F.). It's a self-identifier some "capitalinos" use, sometimes contrasted with the broader "chilango" label.

Examples

I'm a born-and-bred Mexico City native, grew up in Colonia Doctores.

Mexico City locals and people from the provinces are always ribbing each other.

Regional synonyms

To stay awake all night until dawn, often as a sign of a memorable night or urgent work. This phrase carries no judgment, only consequences.