Vocabulary Entry

pachuco

|noun

noun

A member of a subculture in the U.S. characterized by flashy clothes, distinctive slang, and a strong cultural identity, often associated with Mexican-American youth.

Example Sentences

"The pachuco style became iconic in the 1940s, influencing fashion and music."

"He embraced his identity as a pachuco, proudly wearing zoot suits."

"The movie depicted the struggles of pachucos in the face of discrimination."