noun
- a person from Puerto Rico or of Puerto Rican descent
Usage: often capitalized; used as a self-identifier and term of cultural pride
adjective
- of or relating to Puerto Rico, its people, or its culture
Usage: often capitalized
Examples
- She is a proud Boricua who celebrates her heritage every year.
- The Boricua community in New York City is vibrant and influential.
- He grew up listening to Boricua music and eating traditional food.
- Many Boricuas maintain strong cultural ties to the island.
- The festival showcased Boricua art, dance, and cuisine.
- Her family has been Boricua for generations.