Hispanic, Latino/a, Latinx or Latine? Find out how to use the terms

10/08/24

Professors Christina Baker, César Cabezas and Augusto Lorenzino standing in front of books on display in Charles Library for Hispanic Heritage Month

Temple professors Christina Baker, César Cabezas and Augusto Lorenzino discuss the meanings and nuances of the terms Hispanic, Latino/a, Latinx and Latine.

Ryan S. Brandenberg

As language and identity continue evolving, knowing when to use certain terms can be tricky. One complex case includes the usage of Hispanic, Latino/a, Latinx and Latine.

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