Mississippi (en. Mississippi)

/ˌmɪsɪˈsɪpi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
River that flows through the United States, the second longest in North America.
The Mississippi River is famous for its historical and economic importance.
El río Mississippi es famoso por su importancia histórica y económica.
State in the southern United States known for its rich culture and history.
Mississippi is known for its blues music.
Mississippi es conocido por su música blues.
Name of a city in the state of Mississippi.
Jackson is the capital of Mississippi.
Jackson es la capital de Mississippi.

Etymology

The name 'Mississippi' comes from the Ojibwa language meaning 'great river.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

like the Mississippi River
An expression that indicates something very large or significant.
como el río Mississippi
living in Mississippi
Referring to the cultural experience of the state.
vivir en Mississippi
land of Mississippi
It refers to the geography and nature of the state.
terreno de Mississippi

Related Words

Misisipi
Spanish version of the name of the state and river.
Misisipi
Nashville
City associated with music that interacts with the culture of Mississippi.
Nashville
blues
Musical genre that has deep roots in the state of Mississippi.
blues

Slang Meanings

Mississippi Mud
The Mississippi Mud cake is famous for its rich, chocolatey texture.
El pastel Mississippi Mud es famoso por su textura rica y chocolatteada.
Crossing the Mississippi
Referring to major transitions or changes in life.
Hacer referencia a grandes transiciones o cambios en la vida.