B2 عامیانه عامیانه

ser un/a chulo/a

to be arrogant/flashy

معنی

To be cocky, showy, or boastful (can be positive or negative depending on context).

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زمینه فرهنگی

The 'Chulapo' is the quintessential Madrid character. They represent the pride of the working-class neighborhoods like Chamberí and Lavapiés. Their style is a mix of arrogance and elegance. In Mexico, 'chulo' is almost always positive. It's used for children, landscapes, and clothes. It lacks the 'cocky' edge it has in Spain. In urban music (Reggaeton), 'Papi Chulo' refers to a man who is attractive and confident, often a 'player'. It blends the 'cool' and 'pimp' meanings. Be careful! In Argentina, 'chulo' is not used much and can sound like a 'pimp'. Argentines prefer 'canchero' for someone who is cool/confident.

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Gender Matters

Always match the gender. Calling a woman 'un chulo' (masculine) sounds like a mistake, use 'una chula'.

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The Sarcastic Diminutive

Use 'chulito' if you want to sound extra sarcastic when someone is showing off.

معنی

To be cocky, showy, or boastful (can be positive or negative depending on context).

⚠️

Gender Matters

Always match the gender. Calling a woman 'un chulo' (masculine) sounds like a mistake, use 'una chula'.

🎯

The Sarcastic Diminutive

Use 'chulito' if you want to sound extra sarcastic when someone is showing off.

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Regional Check

If you are in Mexico, use it for compliments. If you are in Spain, use it for 'cool' things but be careful with people.

خودت رو بسنج

Choose the correct meaning for 'chulo' in this context: '¡Qué chulo tu nuevo móvil!'

What does 'chulo' mean here?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Cool/Nice

When referring to an object like a phone, 'chulo' means it is cool or aesthetically pleasing.

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'ser' or 'ponerse'.

No te ________ chulo conmigo, que yo no te he hecho nada.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: pongas

We use 'ponerse' to describe a temporary attitude or behavior in a specific moment.

Match the phrase to the country where it is most likely used in that sense.

Phrase: '¡Qué chula está la niña!' (Meaning: The girl is very pretty/cute)

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Mexico

In Mexico, 'chulo/a' is a common and affectionate way to say someone is pretty or cute.

🎉 امتیاز: /3

ابزارهای بصری یادگیری

Ser vs Ponerse

Ser un chulo
Personality trait He IS cocky
Ponerse chulo
Temporary attitude He is ACTING cocky

بانک تمرین

3 تمرین‌ها
Choose the correct meaning for 'chulo' in this context: '¡Qué chulo tu nuevo móvil!' Choose A2

What does 'chulo' mean here?

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Cool/Nice

When referring to an object like a phone, 'chulo' means it is cool or aesthetically pleasing.

Fill in the blank with the correct form of 'ser' or 'ponerse'. جای خالی B1

No te ________ chulo conmigo, que yo no te he hecho nada.

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: pongas

We use 'ponerse' to describe a temporary attitude or behavior in a specific moment.

Match the phrase to the country where it is most likely used in that sense. situation_matching B2

Phrase: '¡Qué chula está la niña!' (Meaning: The girl is very pretty/cute)

✓ درسته! ✗ نه دقیقاً. پاسخ صحیح: Mexico

In Mexico, 'chulo/a' is a common and affectionate way to say someone is pretty or cute.

🎉 امتیاز: /3

سوالات متداول

10 سوال

No es una palabrota, pero puede ser un insulto dependiendo del tono. Es slang informal.

Mejor no. Es demasiado informal. Usa 'qué bien' o 'me gusta mucho'.

'Guay' solo significa 'cool'. 'Chulo' puede significar 'cool' o 'arrogante'.

Muy poco. Allí prefieren usar 'canchero' o 'copado'.

Significa empezar a actuar de forma arrogante o desafiante en un momento concreto.

No es común. Para comida se usa 'rico', 'bueno' o 'pintón' (si tiene buena pinta).

Históricamente sí, pero hoy en día 'una chula' es simplemente una mujer arrogante o con estilo.

Sí, muchísimo. Se usa para describir al hombre que tiene éxito con las mujeres.

Se dice 'arrogante', 'altivo' o 'engreído'.

Es el nombre del traje y el personaje tradicional de Madrid del siglo XIX.

عبارات مرتبط

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ser un creído

synonym

To be stuck-up

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ser un fantasma

similar

To be a show-off/liar

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qué guay

synonym

How cool

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chulería

builds on

Cockiness / Arrogance

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papi chulo

specialized form

A handsome, confident man

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