Bolivian slang varies by region but some common expressions include: “Pues” (well, often added to the end of sentences), “Chango/a” (boy/girl), “Jailón” (upper class, fancy), “Chulo” (cool, nice), “Pucha” (mild exclamation of surprise or frustration). “¿Qué tal?” is a common greeting meaning “How are you?”. In some regions, “Imilla” (girl) and “Llocalla” (boy) from Aymara are used. As always, use slang cautiously and respectfully.
A Guide to Bolivian Slang
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