What does Chinelo mean?

Calçado aberto (Flip-flop / sandal) For example: "Usa chinelos em casa (Wear flip-flops at home)"

Where does the slang word Chinelo come from?

Chinelo is a slang term from Angola. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Angola and across Africa.

What are other meanings of Chinelo?

Chinelo can also mean: Calçado casual (Flip-flops)

Chinelo

🇦🇴 Angola Slang

Added Aug 05, 2025 · 2 definitions

TOP DEFINITION

Chinelo definition 1

Calçado aberto (Flip-flop / sandal)

"Usa chinelos em casa (Wear flip-flops at home)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 05, 2025

DEFINITION 2

Chinelo definition 2

Calçado casual (Flip-flops)

"Não vai de chinelo (Don't go in flip-flops)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 05, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇦🇴 Angola
Definitions: 2 community definitions
Added: August 2025

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