Porteño
/ˌbweɪnəs ˈaɪrɪz/
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The name means 'good airs' in Spanish. It was given by the Spanish settlers in the 16th century, and the term 'porteño' comes from 'puerto' (port), the city's historic role as a harbour.
Other places in the region and their demonyms
About 200 km across the river
People are called:
Montevidean
Rosario
About 300 km northwest
People are called:
Rosarino
Córdoba
About 700 km northwest
People are called:
Cordobés
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