Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Puerto Rican
Adjective / Noun
/ˈpwɛrtoʊ ˈriːkən/
Definition
Relating to Puerto Rico, its people, or its culture.
Examples
- She is proud of her Puerto Rican heritage.
- The Puerto Rican festival attracts visitors from all over.
- He speaks both Spanish and English, embracing his Puerto Rican roots.
Meaning
The term ‘Puerto Rican’ can describe someone from Puerto Rico or something that originates there. It encompasses the unique cultural, historical, and social elements of the Puerto Rican identity.
Synonyms
- Puerto Rico resident
- Islander
- Caribbean
