Puerto Rican

British

/ ˈpwɛə-, ˈpwɜːtəʊ ˈriːkən /

adjective

of or relating to Puerto Rico or its inhabitants

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noun

a native or inhabitant of Puerto Rico

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Example Sentences

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These act as bases for such dishes as Puerto Rican mofongo, made with plantains mashed with pork cracklings, as well as Cuban yuca with mojo, a citrus and garlic sauce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

As Ortiz explored drag culture and masculinity, they became more intentional about incorporating Puerto Rican culture into their storytelling.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

A black child among mostly Puerto Rican neighbors in public housing in Bethlehem, Pa., young Oliver was raised by his single mother.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Recently, the salsa legend was name-checked in Nuevayol by Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny and briefly appeared in the song's music video.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Fourth-Grade Ben got really tired of not knowing what the other Puerto Rican kids were saying about him behind his back.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera

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