What is another word for carioca?
Pronunciation: [kˌaɹɪˈə͡ʊkə] (IPA) 
Carioca is a term used to describe the residents of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. There are several synonyms for carioca, including fluminense, guanabarino, and carijó. Fluminense refers to someone from the state of Rio de Janeiro, while guanabarino specifically refers to those from the city of Rio de Janeiro. Carijó is an older term used to describe indigenous people from the region. Other terms that are sometimes used interchangeably with carioca include carioca da gema and carioca da geração z, which roughly translate to "purebred" and "Generation Z carioca," respectively. No matter which synonym is used, it is clear that cariocas are a proud and vibrant part of Brazilian culture.
