/ameɾiˈkano/
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Translation
American
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Word origin
From América, named after the explorer Amerigo Vespucci, whose Latinised name was Americus. The same name gives English 'American'.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- Americus
- English cognates
- American
Grammar
Examples
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My English teacher is American.
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We watched an American film at the cinema.
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The American dream attracts people from all over the world.
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American culture has greatly influenced music.
Madrid.
They have an American company with offices in Madrid.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 11, lesson 3: americano, informe, odiar and 7 more words.