Catalanes (en. Catalans)

/katalanes/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Ethnic and cultural group that originates from Catalonia.
Catalans have a rich history and traditions.
Los catalanes tienen una rica historia y tradiciones.
Term used to refer to the language spoken in Catalonia.
Catalan is spoken by many Catalans.
El catalán es hablado por muchos catalanes.
Sometimes used to describe the regional identity of the people from Catalonia.
Catalans feel very proud of their identity.
Los catalanes se sienten muy orgullosos de su identidad.

Etymology

Derived from 'Catalonia', which refers to the historical region in northeastern Spain.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be Catalan
To identify as a native or resident of Catalonia.
ser catalán
Catalan culture
Set of traditions, customs, and art from Catalonia.
cultura catalana
Catalan language
Language spoken in Catalonia, which is official alongside Spanish.
lengua catalana

Related Words

Catalonia
Autonomous region of Spain where the Catalans reside.
cataluña
Catalanism
Political and cultural movement that promotes Catalan identity.
catalanismo
Catalan
Related to Catalonia, it can refer to the language or the people.
catalan

Slang Meanings

Catalufos
Some humorously refer to them as 'catalufos'.
Algunos los llaman informalmente 'catalufos' en tono humorístico.
Cata
At times, Catalans are affectionately called 'Cata'.
En algunas ocasiones se les llama 'Cata' a los catalanes de forma amistosa.