How to Say "creole" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “creole” is “criollo” — B2 level.
English → SpanishB2
nounB2
a person of European descent born in the Americas
Examples
Los criollos fueron clave en la independencia de América.
The Creoles were key in the independence of America.
Él habla un criollo muy difícil de entender.
He speaks a creole language that is very difficult to understand.
Mi abuelo se consideraba un viejo criollo de pura cepa.
My grandfather considered himself a true traditional local through and through.
People vs. Languages
When referring to a person, use 'un criollo'. When referring to a language, it is also 'el criollo'.
Capitalization
Mistake: “Capitalizing 'criollo' in Spanish.”
Correction: Unlike English where 'Creole' is often capitalized, in Spanish, words for nationalities or groups are written in lowercase.
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