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human
ELI5: What is a "Chav"? As an American, I hear a lot about them online. Who are they, where did the term come from, is there an American analog, and what are their motives for being the way they are?

I think I have a handle on it, but my girlfriend is asking me to explain it to her and I'm not 100% sure I can.

I'd love to know how the whole culture came to be.
gpt
There is no universal definition for 'chav', but the term is stereotypical and is most commonly associated with people (from the UK) who:

- are young
- seem uneducated
- speak with 'lower class' accents
- are aggressive and potentially violent
- are generally loud, uncouth, and loutish
- have an undeserved sense of entitlement
- show little consideration for others
- generally do not respect or follow culturally accepted norms, values, and standards for behavior (i.e. lack manners)