Cholo/chola Slur

Is Cholo/chola a slur?

Cholo/chola is a slur used to describe Hispanics in a derogatory way.

Of uncertain origin. Commonly denotes Hispanic gangster types (in the U.S., not in Mexico)

Cholo/chola

The word Cholo/chola is a racial slur that has been used historically to degrade and dehumanize hispanics. The word is still used by some people for this purpose, and it is seen as offensive and hurtful to hispanics. If you are unsure about whether or not it is appropriate to use the word Cholo/chola, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it in any situation.

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