Chileans

There are some pleasant and helpful Chileans. On the street, many people will be happy to give you directions or assistance. One issue with receiving such aid is "chamullo," or "bullshit" in English, when people give advice on subjects about which they are ignorant but want to appear to be helpful.

Be cautious because many persons are able to comprehend and speak English, French, Italian, or German. Despite the fact that Chileans are perceived by their neighbors as being haughty, they typically find outsiders to be the source of arrogance. Arrogance rarely results in more help than humility.

No matter how good your Spanish is, Chileans will be able to tell that you are a foreigner since Chilean Spanish is so infused with Chilean features (which can make it hard to understand for other Spanish speakers). If someone calls you a "gringo," don't take it personally; it's a common nickname for foreigners.