Between Neighbors and Expressions: The Experience of a Colombian Immigrant in the United States | Luigi Torres
Between Neighbors and Expressions: The Experience of a Colombian Immigrant in the United States | Luigi Torres Between Neighbors and Expressions: The Experience of a Colombian Immigrant in the United States | Luigi Torres agosto 29, 2025 The Gringo speaks Paisinglish .. Moving to another country always involves a cultural and linguistic shock. For Latinos, especially Colombians, life in the United States represents a challenge and, at the same time, an enriching experience. From adapting to the English language to dealing with cultural differences, every day brings new lessons. However, one of the most curious and fun parts of this experience is observing how Americans and other immigrants are interested in our expressions, our Colombian Spanish, and our unique ways of communicating. In this article, I want to share my personal experiences as a Colombian living in the United States, focusing on how my neighbors and coworkers are fascinated by our way of speaking and how these small...