Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pocho
noun
/ˈpōˌchō/
Definition
A term used primarily in the United States to describe a person of Mexican origin or descent who has assimilated into American culture, often losing touch with their roots.
Examples
- Many of his relatives still live in Mexico, but he is considered a pocho because he was raised in the U.S.
- The pocho experience can sometimes lead to a feeling of being caught between two cultures.
Meaning
The word ‘pocho’ can carry a negative connotation, implying a sense of cultural dilution or disconnection from one’s heritage.
Synonyms
- assimilated
- Americanized
- culturally mixed
