gachupin

[gah-choo-pin]

gachupin Definition

a person of Spanish descent who lives in Mexico or other parts of Latin America.

Using gachupin: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "gachupin" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The gachupines were the ruling class in colonial Mexico.

  • Example

    The term 'gachupin' is sometimes used as a derogatory term for people of Spanish descent in Latin America.

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Summary: gachupin in Brief

The word 'gachupin' [gah-choo-pin] refers to a person of Spanish descent who lives in Mexico or other parts of Latin America. It was used to describe the ruling class in colonial Mexico and is sometimes used as a derogatory term.