Significado
Expresses that something is a very good deal or opportunity.
Contexto cultural
In Spain, 'chollo' is a national sport. During the 'Rebajas' (sales) in January and July, news channels often interview people who have found a 'chollo'. It's a source of social prestige to be a savvy shopper. While 'chollo' is understood, Mexicans prefer 'ganga' or 'ofertón'. 'Chollo' might be confused with 'cholo', which refers to a specific urban subculture, so be careful with pronunciation! Argentines often use 'es un regalo' (it's a gift) to express that something is a bargain. The word 'chollo' sounds very European/Spanish to them. In Colombia, you might hear 'una ganga' or 'un gangazo'. The concept of the 'chollo' exists but the word itself is less frequent in daily street slang.
Use the augmentative
If the deal is truly mind-blowing, use '¡Vaya chollazo!' to sound like a local.
Regional awareness
In Latin America, use '¡Qué ganga!' to be safe, though 'chollo' will be understood.
Significado
Expresses that something is a very good deal or opportunity.
Use the augmentative
If the deal is truly mind-blowing, use '¡Vaya chollazo!' to sound like a local.
Regional awareness
In Latin America, use '¡Qué ganga!' to be safe, though 'chollo' will be understood.
Sarcastic use
You can use it sarcastically when someone asks for a huge favor: '¿Que te limpie la casa gratis? ¡Vaya chollo (para ti)!'
The 'Pícaro' spirit
Spaniards love sharing their 'chollos'. Don't be shy about bragging about a low price!
Teste-se
Choose the most natural response to the following situation.
Tu amigo ha comprado una PlayStation 5 por solo 100 euros. ¿Qué le dices?
Because 100 euros for a PS5 is an incredible bargain, '¡Vaya chollo!' is the perfect exclamation.
Fill in the blank with the correct word to complete the expression.
No puedo creer que este hotel sea tan barato. ¡Vaya ______!
While 'chollo' is the focus here, 'ganga' and 'suerte' also fit the context of finding a cheap hotel.
Match the phrase to the most appropriate context.
Context: A job where you get paid to test luxury beds.
A job that is easy and pleasant is often referred to as a 'chollo'.
Complete the dialogue naturally.
A: Mira este abrigo de marca, estaba al 80% de descuento. B: ______________
An 80% discount on a brand-name item is a classic 'chollo'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Chollo vs. Ganga
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosTu amigo ha comprado una PlayStation 5 por solo 100 euros. ¿Qué le dices?
Because 100 euros for a PS5 is an incredible bargain, '¡Vaya chollo!' is the perfect exclamation.
No puedo creer que este hotel sea tan barato. ¡Vaya ______!
While 'chollo' is the focus here, 'ganga' and 'suerte' also fit the context of finding a cheap hotel.
Context: A job where you get paid to test luxury beds.
A job that is easy and pleasant is often referred to as a 'chollo'.
A: Mira este abrigo de marca, estaba al 80% de descuento. B: ______________
An 80% discount on a brand-name item is a classic 'chollo'.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
10 perguntasNo, para nada. Es informal pero perfectamente aceptable en conversaciones cotidianas.
Sí, se entiende, pero suena muy español de España. Mejor usa 'ganga'.
'Chollo' es más informal y común en España. 'Ganga' es más universal y ligeramente más formal.
Sí, 'es un chollo de tío/tía' significa que esa persona es una gran oportunidad como pareja o amigo.
Lo opuesto a un chollo es un 'timo' o una 'estafa'.
'Vaya' funciona como un intensificador exclamativo, similar a 'what a' en inglés.
Sí, es correcto, aunque 'un chollo' ya implica que el precio es bueno.
Solo si tienes mucha confianza con la otra persona. Si no, usa 'oportunidad'.
Sí, 'chollos'. Ejemplo: 'En este mercado hay muchos chollos'.
Es exactamente lo mismo que 'vaya chollo'. 'Menudo' es otro intensificador.
Frases relacionadas
Ganga
synonymA bargain.
Bicoca
similarSomething obtained with little effort.
Timo
contrastA scam or rip-off.
Chollazo
builds onA huge bargain.
Ser un chollo
specialized formTo be a bargain/easy task.
