argentinean

Argentinean is an English adjective relating to Argentina, a country in the southern part of South America. In English, the common demonyms for people from Argentina are Argentine or Argentinian; Argentinean is used but is less common and can be perceived as archaic or regional depending on the speaker.

Argentina derives its name from the Latin argentum, meaning silver, a reference tied to early colonial descriptions of the region. The form Argentine and related demonyms reflect this heritage.

Argentina is the eighth-largest country by land area and has diverse geography, including the Andes, the Pampas plains, Patagonia, and a long Atlantic coastline. Its capital and largest city is Buenos Aires.

Spanish is the official language, with Rioplatense Spanish predominating in the capital region and the Río de la Plata basin. The dialect features the vos form (voseo) and distinctive pronunciation. Other languages, including Italian and indigenous languages, are spoken by communities across the country.

The population is around several tens of millions. Argentina has a rich cultural life known for tango, football (soccer), literature, and cuisine, notably beef and wine. The term Argentinean sits within a broader English vocabulary describing nationality and culture, alongside Argentine and Argentinian.