Guatemalan slang reflects the country’s diverse culture. Common expressions include: “Chulo/a” (cool, nice), “Pisto” (money), “Chilero” (awesome), “Chafa” (low quality), “Cuate” (friend), “Patojo/a” (boy/girl). “¿Qué onda vos?” is a common greeting meaning “What’s up?”. “Chucho” means dog but is also used for “dude”. Some words from indigenous languages are also used in slang. As always, use slang carefully and be aware of context.
A Guide to Guatemalan Slang
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