A playfully pejorative Spanish term for foreign tourists, especially pale northern Europeans who arrive seeking sun, sangría, and stereotypical Spanish experiences.
Originally from Basque 'guiristino' meaning 'Christian,' this word traveled through Spanish slang to become a cheeky label for tourists. The Basque roots reveal how Spain's linguistic minorities contributed colorful terms to the national vocabulary, transforming a religious designation into modern tourist comedy.
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