A Spanish creole (Spanish: criollo), or Spanish-based creole language, is a creole language (contact language with native speakers) for which Spanish serves as its substantial lexifier.

Nov 19, 2025 · Coined in the colonies that Spain and Portugal founded in the Americas, creole was originally used in the 16th century to refer to locally born individuals of Spanish, Portuguese, or …

Unlike many other ethnic groups in the United States, Creoles did not migrate from a native country. The term Creole was first used in the sixteenth century to identify descendants of French, Spanish, or …

We offer a global overview of Spanish-based Creoles and the state of the art of the discipline. First, we present what is generally considered “the group” of Spanish-based Creoles.

Sep 15, 2024 · Although Spanish is a widely spoken language across many countries, the development of Creole languages based on Spanish is less common than Creoles based on English, French, or …

Today in Southwest Louisiana, the term usually refers to people of mingled Black, Spanish, French, and Indian descent. In South Louisiana plantation regions and New Orleans, the association of Creole …

This chapter offers a global overview of Spanish-based creoles and the state of the art of the discipline. Section 1 presents what is generally considered “the group” of Spanish-based creoles.

A number of creole languages are influenced to varying degrees by the Spanish language, including varieties known as Bozal Spanish, Chavacano, and Palenquero. Spanish also influenced other …

Creole peoples may refer to various ethnic groups around the world. The term's meaning exhibits regional variations, often sparking debate. [1][2] Creole peoples represent a diverse array of …

Section 1 presents what is generally considered “the group” of Spanish-based creoles. Two creoles are then discussed in some detail, Palenquero (Section 2) and Papiamentu (Section 3), providing …