noun
General Slang
prieto
PRYEH-toh · noun · informal
A dark-skinned/Black person (Cuba)
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A term for a dark-skinned or Black person; feminine 'prieta'. Also used affectionately, though it can be sensitive depending on tone.
“El prieto de la esquina es buena gente.”
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prieto In A Sentence
El prieto de la esquina es buena gente.
Origin & Usage
Caribbean Spanish; from 'prieto' (dark).
Variants
prieta
People Also Ask
What does 'prieto' mean in Caribbean Spanish?
It refers to a dark-skinned or Black person, with the feminine form 'prieta'.
Is 'prieto' offensive?
It can be used affectionately but is sensitive and depends heavily on tone and context.
Where does 'prieto' come from?
It comes from the adjective 'prieto', meaning dark, used across the Caribbean to describe skin tone.
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