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Spanish words Americans and Canadians use without realizing

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Spanish words Americans and Canadians use without realizing
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09/11/2026 13:00 ‧ 1 hour ago | StarsInsider

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Spanish has had a big influence on North American English, and many Americans and Canadians use Spanish words on a regular basis. From words that have been fully absorbed into English to those that retain their original spelling or pronunciation, many Spanish words have become so familiar that Americans often use them without ever considering their origin.

In this gallery, you'll find a number of Spanish words that Americans and Canadians use without realizing it. Read on to find out what they are.

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