Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

gringada

noun

/ɡrinˈɡada/

Definition

A term used in Latin American countries to refer to something related to foreigners, particularly North Americans or Europeans, often with a connotation of cultural misunderstanding or superficiality.

Examples

Last summer, we had a gringada moment when we tried to dance salsa but ended up stepping on each other’s toes.
He made a gringada by ordering food without knowing the local customs.
The tourists thought it was a fun experience, but the locals found it to be a typical gringada.

Meaning

Gringada generally describes behaviors, attitudes, or situations that are seen as typical of foreigners, especially in a context that critiques their lack of cultural understanding.