Amerikano (en. American)

/a-me-ri-ka-no/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person from America.
The American brought modern ideas to the country.
Ang amerikano ay nagdala ng mga makabagong ideya sa bansa.
Citizens of the United States.
Americans are known for their diversity.
Ang mga amerikano ay kilala sa kanilang pagkakaiba-iba.
Culture or characteristics associated with America.
American culture has a significant influence worldwide.
Ang amerikano na kultura ay may malaking impluwensya sa buong mundo.

Etymology

Spanish term 'americano', from 'America'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Americans
people from America
mga amerikano

Related Words

America
A continent consisting of North America, South America, and Central America.
amerika
U.S. citizen
A person or thing originating from the United States.
estadounidense

Slang Meanings

Show-off or arrogant person from America
He acts like an amerikan, always showing off wealth on social media.
Parang amerikano na siya, laging nagpapakita ng yaman sa social media.
Person who loves American culture (music, food, etc.)
She's really amerikan, she only likes burgers and hip-hop.
Siya kasi, amerikano na amerikano, puro burger at hip-hop ang gusto.
Person with 'foreign' behavior or attitude (often seen negatively in a local context)
His behavior is so amerikan, it's like he's not Filipino.
Grabe yung pagkilos niya, sobrang amerikano, parang hindi pinoy.