Latinx

adjective

La·​tinx

 primarily a written form  ;

often read as

lə-ˈtē-ˌneks 

: of, relating to, or marked by Latin American heritage : latine

—used as a gender-neutral alternative to Latina or Latino

… the oldest of three girls in a tightknit Latinx family

—Christine Almeda

During her victory speech last night, the activist … thanked the district's primarily Latinx community for their trust in her vision for America.

—Kat Armstrong

… the first openly LGBTQ Latinx person elected governor in the US …

—Terrance Heath

Latinx noun

plural Latinx or Latinxs

The 2010 Census had separate categories for racial identity and "Hispanic, Latino or Spanish origin." The text notes, "Latinx is not a race. However, a majority of Latinxs consider it part of their racial identity."

—Mark Jenkins

Examples of Latinx in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The 2024 recipients will use their funds over the next year to launch concert series, put on family-friendly festivals, build out membership programs, develop spaces for LGBTQ+ musicians to gather, create educational programming and host monthly Latinx dance parties. —Taylor Mims, Billboard, 15 May 2024

While the rate of homeownership among white child care providers nationwide is nearly 80%, that of Black providers is less than 50%, and that of Latinx providers is 57%, according to research from the Stanford Center on Early Childhood. —Madison Lammert, Journal Sentinel, 15 May 2024

As previously reported by ESSENCE, 2023 Zillow data revealed that the typical Black, Latinx and Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) renter reported spending $50 per rental application while white renters reported paying $35. —Jasmine Browley, Essence, 8 May 2024

Bring Latinx Field Experts into Classrooms Enrich your students' learning experiences with Latinx experts who are impacting our communities. —Jorge Santos, Parents, 1 May 2024

Both days will kick off with children’s readings with the L.A. Public Library and Lil’ Libros, before moving on to discussions on topics including self-care and Latinx generational wealth, the power of the Latinx vote and first-generation experiences. —Fidel Martinez, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024

Then, later on a Latinx women version of the play will be produced in collaboration with TuYo Theatre. Also, coming in September will be the Whole Megillah New Jewish Play Festival. —Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2024

As part of its ongoing mission to promote Latinx civil and human rights, the National Hispanic Media Coalition is releasing its first-ever media guide for storytellers in the entertainment industry. —Rebecca Sun, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Apr. 2024

As a Latin American woman, Rivera sought to enact change in the beauty industry by connecting with her own Latinx roots to create the widely popular natural hair care brand: Ceremonia. —Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Mar. 2024

Word History

Etymology

latin(o) and latin(a) + x entry 1, replacing the gender-specific Spanish markers -o and -a

First Known Use

2007, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing Latinx

• Afro Latinx

Kids Definition

Latinx

adjective

La·​tinx

 primarily a written form  ;

 often read as  lə-ˈtē-ˌneks

: of, relating to, or marked by Latin American heritage

—used as a gender-neutral alternative to Latina or Latino