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amerloque

American

noun ah-mair-LOK Rare
People & Society Nationality

Usage Note

Amerloque is a derogatory slang term for an American person, equivalent to 'Yank' in British English. It is informal and potentially offensive; learners should recognise it but avoid using it. The abbreviated form amerlo also exists in colloquial speech.

Examples

"Cet Amerloque parle très bien français."

Natural Translation

That American speaks French very well.

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