Spanish is the official language in Mexico although you will find the Spanish spoken in Mexico has been filled with various words coming from Nahuatl. Words like "Aguacate", "Chicle" and "Chamaco". Another thing that Spanish speakers will notice when coming to Mexico city is the amount of "Slangs" that have also infiltrated our language which can sometimes leave the outsider a little confused.
Here is a list of "Mexicanisms" to help you on your trip !!
"Chilango" - A person from Mexico City. People from the DF are "Chilangos".
"Güey" - Dude... this word is used ALL the time.
"Güerra" or "Güerro" - 'Blondie" - fair haired or skinned mexicans are also sometimes called by this name.
"A poco" - Oh really? Or You don’t say! .
"Chido"- Cool.
"Padre" - Neat.
"Chinas"- curls (hair). This also refers to someone who looks Asian.
"que onda?" que pex? - what's up
"aguas!" - watch out ! or be careful !
"Simon" - yes
"Nel" - No
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