Gringo

Pronunciation: /ˈɡriŋɡoʊ/

Definitions of gringo

noun a slang term used in Latin America to refer to a foreigner, especially one from the United States

Example Sentences

A1 The gringo asked for directions to the nearest hotel.

A2 The gringo was amazed by the colorful buildings in the city.

B1 The gringo tried to order food in Spanish but ended up pointing at the menu.

B2 The gringo decided to take a salsa dancing class to immerse himself in the local culture.

C1 The gringo was able to negotiate a fair price for the souvenir he wanted to buy.

C2 The gringo became fluent in Spanish after living in Mexico for several years.

Examples of gringo in a Sentence

formal The term 'gringo' historically referred to English-speaking people, particularly Americans, in Latin America.

informal My Mexican friends jokingly call me a gringo because I can't handle spicy food.

slang Watch out for that gringo over there, he's trouble.

figurative In this context, the word 'gringo' can be seen as a symbol of cultural differences and misunderstandings.

Grammatical Forms of gringo

• past tense: gringos
• plural: gringos
• comparative: more gringo
• superlative: most gringo
• present tense: gringo
• future tense: will be gringo
• perfect tense: have been gringo
• continuous tense: being gringo
• singular: gringo
• positive degree: gringo
• infinitive: to gringo
• gerund: gringoing
• participle: gringoed

Origin and Evolution of gringo

First Known Use: 1787 year

Language of Origin: Spanish

Story behind the word: The word 'gringo' is believed to have originated in Spain as a derogatory term for foreigners, particularly English-speaking individuals.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the term 'gringo' has evolved to refer more broadly to any non-Spanish speaker, particularly in Latin America. It is now used in a more neutral or even friendly manner in some contexts.