🇪🇸Spanish Source WordCode: ES

Afroamericano

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Afroamericano

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
African American/ˌæf.rɪ.kən əˈmɛr.ɪ.kən/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇪🇸 Example Sentence in Spanish:

"Muchos afroamericanos han contribuido a la cultura de Estados Unidos."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A person of African and especially Black African ancestry who is a citizen or resident of the United States.

    "Many African-Americans have made significant contributions to American culture, including music, literature, and civil rights."
  2. 2

    Relating to the culture, history, or social issues of African-Americans.

    "The African-American community has a rich history that is celebrated during Black History Month."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'African American' emerged in the late 20th century as a preferred identifier for individuals of African descent in the United States, emphasizing both their African heritage and American nationality. It evolved from earlier terms such as 'Negro' and 'Black', reflecting a shift towards a more positive and inclusive identity.

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🇫🇷French → English

Afro-Américain

Transliteration: Afro-Américain

"De nombreux Afro-Américains ont contribué à la culture américaine."

🇩🇪German → English

Afroamerikaner

Transliteration: Afroamerikaner

"Viele Afroamerikaner haben bedeutende Beiträge zur amerikanischen Kultur geleistet."

🇮🇹Italian → English

Afroamericano

Transliteration: Afroamericano

"Molti afroamericani hanno avuto un impatto significativo sulla cultura americana."

🇪🇸Spanish → English

Afroamericano

Transliteration: Afroamericano

"Muchos afroamericanos han contribuido a la cultura de Estados Unidos."

🇵🇹Portuguese → English

Afro-americano

Transliteration: Afro-americano

"Muitos afro-americanos fizeram contribuições significativas para a cultura americana."

🇮🇳Hindi → English

अफ्रीकी-अमेरिकी

Transliteration: Afrikī-Amerikī

"कई अफ्रीकी-अमेरिकी ने अमेरिकी संस्कृति में महत्वपूर्ण योगदान दिया है।"

🇨🇳Chinese → English

非裔美国人

Transliteration: Fēiyì Měiguó rén

"许多非裔美国人在美国文化中做出了重要贡献。"

🇰🇷Korean → English

아프리카계 미국인

Transliteration: Apeurikage Migukin

"많은 아프리카계 미국인이 미국 문화에 중요한 기여를 했습니다."

🇯🇵Japanese → English

アフリカ系アメリカ人

Transliteration: Afurikakei Amerikajin

"多くのアフリカ系アメリカ人がアメリカ文化に重要な貢献をしています。"

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