Americanas (en. American)

/ameɾiˈkanas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Refers to things that are typical or characteristic of the United States.
Americans tend to have a diverse and rich culture.
Las americanas suelen tener una cultura diversa y rica.
Things that are native to or related to America in general.
American dances are very popular worldwide.
Los bailes americanos son muy populares en todo el mundo.

Etymology

The word comes from the term 'americano', which denotes people or things from America.

Common Phrases and Expressions

American food
A type of food that is associated with the culture of the United States.
comida americana
American style
A way of doing something that is typically American.
estilo americano
American life
Description of the lifestyle in the United States.
vida americana

Related Words

americano
A person originating from America or residing in the United States.
americano
estadounidense
Specifically refers to someone from the United States.
estadounidense

Slang Meanings

Term to describe things popular in the U.S.
That's very 'American' in the context of its popularity.
Eso es muy 'americano' en el contexto de su popularidad.
Colloquial phrase to refer to U.S. products.
That car is very 'American'; you can tell by its size.
Ese coche es muy 'americano', se nota por su tamaño.