A female that is usually of Hispanic/Latina descent or any other ethnicity that: acts, dresses and talks like she's black (usually found in the ghetto). Have really curly hair that they straighten and flatten in the front of their scalp. She usually hangs around the African American crowds and is easily spotted because of her lighter skin color. They are also known as African American posers.
Maria is a chanatera, look at her with the corn rows on her hair and trying to talk to the black guys. She can't even speak English.
Chanene is and angel from heaven. Can't be described as cute, beautiful or sexy, instead is considered all three. Is incredibly good looking and normally has exotic features. Has the most beautiful of smiles, is curvy and can dance. Is a deep person, easy to talk to and is caring and loving towards everyone. Every guy want a Chanene!!
Dude - "I just saw this beautiful shy girl dancing alone but I was too nervouse to do anything about it"
Other dude - "sorry man she was probably a chanene"