noun
chica
noun
1
A young Latin-American woman or girl (used especially in Spanish-influenced English).
"Hey, chica, are you coming to the party tonight?"
How to Use Chica
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn informal, friendly word for "girl" or "young woman," borrowed from Spanish.
When to use it
Casual and affectionate; common in bilingual or Latino communities in the US.
Word Forms
chicas plural, Chicas plural
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Etymology
Borrowed directly from Spanish chica, meaning "girl."