Africana (en. African)
/afriˈkana/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
A person native to the African continent.
The African woman I met at the festival shared her traditions.
La africana que conocí en el festival compartió sus tradiciones.
Related to African culture or customs.
The African dance is a traditional dance practiced in several regions of the continent.
La africana es una danza tradicional que se practica en varias regiones del continente.
Etymology
From Latin 'africanus', meaning 'African'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
African heritage
A set of traditions, customs, and values that come from Africa.
herencia africana
African art
An artistic style that reflects the culture and traditions of Africa.
arte africano
African flavors
Tastes and characteristic dishes of African cuisine.
sabores africanos
Related Words
africano
Belonging to Africa or its culture.
africano
afrodescendiente
A person of African descent living outside Africa, especially in America.
afrodescendiente
africanismo
An element of African culture or influence in another culture.
africanismo
Slang Meanings
Used in a colloquial context to refer to women of such origin.
That girl is an African woman who knows a lot about her culture.
Esa chica es una africana que sabe mucho de su cultura.
Abundance or richness in African traditions.
African women bring vibrant colors to our celebrations.
Las africanas traen colores vibrantes a nuestras celebraciones.