Gringo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɡɹɪŋɡəʊ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Gringo is a noun meaning (especially Hispanic slang, sometimes humorous, sometimes derogatory) A white person from an English-speaking country, particularly the United States.
Meaning
(especially Hispanic slang, sometimes humorous, sometimes derogatory) A white person from an English-speaking country, particularly the United States.
Example Sentences
Truly it is as Don José tells me; these gringos have come but to make trouble where all was peace.
Word Forms
- gringos
- gringoes
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include friend, gringa, whitey, whitie, colonizer, whiteskin.
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