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    Yankee (en. Yankee)

    /ˈjæŋ.ki/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Term used to refer to Americans, especially those from the North.
    During the Civil War, many yankees fought for the Union.
    Durante la Guerra Civil, muchos yankees lucharon por la Unión.
    Name often used by the British to refer to Americans.
    In Europe, the term yankee can have both positive and negative connotations.
    En Europa, el término yankee puede tener una connotación tanto positiva como negativa.
    Baseball fan, especially one who supports the New York Yankees.
    The yankee always wears his Yankees cap to the game.
    El yankee siempre lleva su gorra de los Yankees al juego.

    Etymology

    The term 'yankee' is believed to originate from a British nickname for American colonists.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    yankee doodle
    A popular American song that celebrates patriotism.
    yankee doodle
    yankee go home
    Phrase used in some protests against U.S. foreign intervention.
    yankee go home

    Related Words

    North American
    A person who comes from North America.
    norteamericano
    gringo
    A term used in some Spanish-speaking countries to refer to a foreigner, especially from the United States.
    gringo
    patriot
    A person who has a great love for their country.
    patriota

    Slang Meanings

    Someone who is very patriotic or nationalistic.
    He is a yankee who always waves the flag.
    Es un yankee que siempre ondea la bandera.
    Derogatory term used to refer to an American in some contexts.
    In some parts of the world, calling someone yankee can be offensive.
    En algunas partes del mundo, llamar a alguien yankee puede ser ofensivo.