Guatimala (en. Guatemala)
/ɡwatiˈmala/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
Country located in Central America.
Guatemala is famous for its Mayan ruins.
Guatimala es famoso por sus ruinas mayas.
Capital of Guatemala.
The City of Guatemala is a vibrant metropolis.
La Ciudad de Guatimala es una metrópoli vibrante.
Culture along with its customs and traditions.
Guatemalan culture is very diverse.
La cultura guatemalteca es muy diversa.
Etymology
The etymology of Guatimala comes from the Nahuatl language meaning 'land of trees'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Beautiful Guatemala
Expression used to describe the beauty of the country.
Guatimala linda
Land of volcanoes
Reference to the volcanic geography of Guatemala.
Tierra de volcanes
Maya culture
It refers to the rich heritage of the Maya civilization in Guatemala.
Cultura maya
Related Words
maya
Relative to the pre-Hispanic civilization that inhabited the region.
maya
volcano
Mountain that expels lava, smoke, and ashes.
volcán
q'eqchi'
One of the indigenous languages spoken in Guatemala.
q'eqchi'
Slang Meanings
Used to refer to someone who is originally from Guatemala.
That guy is a true Guatemalan.
Ese chico es un guatimala de pura cepa.
To denote friendship or closeness with a Guatemalan person.
Whenever I go to an event, I look for my Guatemalans.
Siempre que voy a un evento, busco a mis guatimalas.