Tico
What does "Tico" mean?
Tico is a term used by a native of Costa Rica and other Latin American (Spanish Speaking) countries to refer to a Native Born Costa Rican.
“Tico” and “Tica” are used for males and females. It has been said that the origins came from possibly 1 of 2 places. The term of endearment was given to us by fellow Spanish Speakers -or- Costa Ricans named themselves this because of the common addition of a diminutive “tico” to the end of words. For instance, in Spanish ‘un poco’ means ‘a little’, the diminutive is “un poquito” (a little bit), but Costa Ricans often say “un poquitico.”
What does Tico mean to us at Pura Vida Roasting Co.?
Well, it's hard to put into words for me. As an American, I'm proud of two cultures and one that I have grown-up by over the years during all of those summers in Costa Rica. To me, it means heritage and so many memories. When I hear "Tico" I think of my parents, grandparents, my cousins. The bright green mountains, fresher than fresh air and all the memories.
Lizandro T.
- Owner & Founder
A little of What being Tico means to me:
