Shortened form for “Gringo”, term mainly used by
hispanic people in a derogative manner in order to identify a person that comes or could also live in the U.S. without the need of being born there.
The word “Gringo”, between hispanic social circles, is more frequently used by working class individuals in a way to ridiculize Americans and make them see as holders of a series of characteristics:
1. Flamboyant
2. Not used or capable to hustle
3. Nihilist
4. In general, not “woke” or “aligned” with the real world.
Worth mentioning, that in
social interactions between mixed groups (Mainly Hispanic & White), the term is used in a very stealthy and
manipulative way.
Juan: Homie, John’s such a pussy, dunno how he got that Double R...
José: Mi hermano,
lil Gringo doesn’t even know how to clean his pants.
Gonzalo: Papi suave with The “G” Word, John has been around...
Knock knockJohn walks in
John:
Gentlemen, good evening
Juan, José & Gonzalo: Good evening Boss!!!
