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    Norteamericano (en. American)

    /norte.a.me.ɾiˈka.no/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A person who is native to or a resident of North America.
    North Americans often celebrate Thanksgiving.
    Los norteamericanos suelen celebrar el Día de Acción de Gracias.
    Related to the countries of North America.
    North American policies affect international trade.
    Las políticas norteamericanas afectan el comercio internacional.

    Etymology

    It derives from the combination of 'north' and 'American,' indicating the region and nationality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ordinary North American
    It refers to an ordinary person from the United States.
    norteamericano de a pie
    North American culture
    It refers to the cultural characteristics of North America.
    cultural norteamericano

    Related Words

    Canadian
    Related to Canada.
    Canadiense
    Mexican
    Related to Mexico.
    mexicano
    American
    Related to the United States.
    estadounidense

    Slang Meanings

    Gringo
    When they travel to Latin America, they are often called gringos.
    Cuando viajan a Latinoamérica, a menudo les llaman gringos.
    Yankee
    In some countries, Yankee is used to refer to North Americans.
    En algunos países, se utiliza yanqui para referirse a los norteamericanos.