neoyorquino
“neoyorquino” means “New York” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
New York
Also: New Yorker
📝 In Action
Me encanta el ritmo neoyorquino, siempre hay algo que hacer.
A2I love the New York pace; there is always something to do.
La arquitectura neoyorquina es famosa en todo el mundo.
B1New York architecture is famous all over the world.
Estamos buscando un restaurante con un estilo neoyorquino auténtico.
B2We are looking for a restaurant with an authentic New York style.
New Yorker
📝 In Action
Un neoyorquino me ayudó a encontrar la estación de metro.
A2A New Yorker helped me find the subway station.
Las neoyorquinas suelen caminar muy rápido por la calle.
B1New York women tend to walk very fast on the street.
Él se considera un neoyorquino de pura cepa.
C1He considers himself a New Yorker through and through.
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Derived from the Spanish name for the city, 'Nueva York', combined with the suffix '-ino', which is used to indicate origin or belonging.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I spell it with a 'k'?
Yes, 'neoyorkino' is a recognized alternative spelling, but 'neoyorquino' is the more traditional and widely accepted version in standard Spanish.
Does it apply to the whole state of New York?
Technically yes, but in practice, if someone says they are 'neoyorquino', they almost certainly mean they are from New York City.
What is the feminine form?
The feminine form is 'neoyorquina'. You use it for women or feminine objects like 'una pizza' or 'una ciudad'.