Every era has its slang
Lunfardo 2.0 Dictionary
Twenty pairs. Each 1930 word with its present-day equivalent and, where it exists, the line from the tango where Gardel sang it. Eighteen already have their verse; two remain open.
Digital recreation
18 with a verse · 2 under research
Entry 13 · Noun
With audio proof
Chamuyo
The word that seduces, or convinces.
The proof
“…callate un poco y escuchá, por favor, este chamuyo.”Araca corazón · recorded 27 May 1927 · Delfino and Vaccarezza
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2026 translation
The art of talking well to get something. It survived intact.
Every verse is cross-checked in at least two sources: the published lyrics and the record of Gardel's recording. The tango for each word plays on Spotify. Before publishing, the Foundation confirms the transcriptions.
