Cubanos (en. Cubans)

/kuˈβanos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person born in Cuba.
Cubans celebrate their culture with joy.
Los cubanos celebran su cultura con alegría.
Members of the Cuban community residing in other countries.
Many Cubans have moved to the United States in search of new opportunities.
Muchos cubanos se han mudado a Estados Unidos en busca de nuevas oportunidades.
The demonym referring to the country of Cuba.
Cuban art is recognized worldwide.
El arte cubano es reconocido mundialmente.

Etymology

From the Spanish 'Cubano', which refers to something or someone from Cuba.

Common Phrases and Expressions

everyday Cuban
Common Cuban person, unpretentious.
cubano de a pie
Cuban flavor
It refers to the joy and characteristic rhythm of Cuban culture.
sabor cubano
Cuban culture
Set of traditions, customs, and values of the Cuban people.
cultura cubana

Related Words

Cuba
Island nation in the Caribbean, where Cubans live.
Cuba
Havana
Capital of Cuba.
habana
Cuban exile
Cubans who have been forced to leave their country for political or economic reasons.
exilio cubano

Slang Meanings

Cuban who has emigrated and lives in another country.
Yesterday I saw a Cuban in the city who told me about his life in Miami.
Ayer vi a un cubano en la ciudad que me habló de su vida en Miami.
Affectionate term to refer to a compatriot.
Hey, Cuban! Are you coming to the party this weekend?
¡Oye, cubano! ¿Vienes a la fiesta este fin de semana?