Cuban
Cuban (adj) means relating to Cuba, its people, or the Cuban way of speaking Spanish. Example: “She grew up eating Cuban food in Miami.”
How to use Cuban
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishDescribes anything connected to the country of Cuba.
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She grew up eating _____ food in Miami.
Etymology
From Cuba plus the adjective-forming suffix "-an."
Frequently asked questions
What does “Cuban” mean?
The word “Cuban” means relating to Cuba, its people, or the Cuban way of speaking Spanish. In plain terms, describes anything connected to the country of Cuba.
How do you pronounce “Cuban”?
“Cuban” is pronounced KYOO-buhn ([ˈkju.bən] in IPA).
How do you use “Cuban” in a sentence?
Here is “Cuban” used in a sentence: “She grew up eating Cuban food in Miami.”
What part of speech is “Cuban”?
“Cuban” is an adjective.
Is “Cuban” a common word?
“Cuban” is a fairly common word in modern English.
Is 'Cuban' always capitalised?
Yes. Cuban is a proper adjective derived from the country Cuba, so it is always written with a capital "C," whether it describes people, culture, or the Cuban way of speaking Spanish.
What is the difference between Cuban and Cuban American?
"Cuban" describes someone or something from Cuba or relating to Cuba. "Cuban American" describes a person of Cuban heritage who is American, typically living in the United States. The first points to national origin, the second to a combined identity.
Why are cigars often described as Cuban?
"Cuban" simply means relating to Cuba, and Cuban cigars are cigars produced in Cuba. The label indicates place of origin, and the country is widely associated with cigar production.
Can 'Cuban' refer to a way of speaking Spanish?
Yes. As well as describing people and things from Cuba, Cuban can refer to the Cuban way of speaking Spanish, which has its own accent and vocabulary distinct from other Spanish-speaking regions.