Americano (en. American)

/ameɾikaˈno/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Person originally from America.
The American population has grown in recent decades.
La población americano ha crecido en las últimas décadas.
One that is from the United States or has characteristics of this country.
That movie is typical of American culture.
Esa película es típica de la cultura americano.
adjective
One that belongs to or is related to America.
The American way of life is very different from the European.
El estilo americano de vida es muy diferente al europeo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'Americanus', which refers to America.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Average American
It refers to a typical person from the United States.
americano promedio
American dream
Concept that represents the promise of prosperity in the United States.
sueño americano
American culture
Set of customs, traditions, and values of America.
cultura americana

Related Words

America
Continent that includes North America, Central America, and South America.
América
American (as in from the U.S.)
Relating to the United States of America.
estadounidense
North American
Relating to North America.
norteamericano

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to a U.S. citizen in a colloquial manner.
He considers himself a true American.
Él se considera un verdadero americano.
In some contexts, it can be used in reference to aspects related to U.S. pop culture.
American music is always on everyone's lips.
La música americana siempre está en boca de todos.