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The feminine form of the word "American"
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noun suffix
(feminine)
Americana is the English word American0 turned into a feminine0 Spanish word, meaning an American "thing" or describing something as American.
americana

American
An American woman, which can be used as a noun or adjective.
Mi amiga es una americana que vive en MadridMy friend is an American woman who lives in Madrid
Ella tiene una perspectiva muy americanaShe has a very American perspective

blazer, sport jacket
A formal jacket worn over a shirt, called "an American" because it was associated with American fashion.
Llevaba una americana azul sobre su camiseta blancaHe wore a navy blazer over his white shirt
Compré una americana gris para la entrevistaI bought a sport jacket for the interview