foránea

Foránea is a Spanish word that translates to "foreign," "outsider," or "stranger" in English. It is a feminine adjective used to describe someone or something that is not from a particular place or group, or is unfamiliar. The masculine form is foráneo.

The term can be used in various contexts. When referring to people, foránea often implies someone who is not a native of a particular town, region, or country. For example, a person from another country living in Spain might be referred to as foránea by the locals. In a more figurative sense, it can describe someone who feels out of place or disconnected from a group or situation, even if they are technically part of it.

Beyond people, foránea can also describe objects, ideas, or concepts that are foreign or unusual. A new technology or a different cultural practice introduced to a society might be described as foránea. Similarly, a word or phrase adopted from another language is considered foránea. The adjective carries a neutral connotation, simply denoting an origin or nature that is external to the subject of reference.