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Chilango

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Definition:

Chilango is a Mexican slang term used to refer to a person from Mexico City, or as an adjective to refer to something from Mexico City. It may be considered pejorative when used by people from outside of Mexico City.

A more neutral term to denote a person from Mexico City is "capitalino."

There is a monthly magazine called Chilango that covers current events in Mexico City.

Pronunciation: chee-lan-go
Also Known As: capitalino, defeño, mexico city native, mexico city resident

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