Maya (en. Maya)

/ˈma.ja/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Indigenous people primarily inhabiting Mexico and Guatemala.
The Maya built impressive pyramids.
Los mayas construyeron impresionantes pirámides.
Language or languages spoken by this people.
Quiché is one of the Maya languages.
El quiché es una de las lenguas mayas.
adjective
Related to the Maya.
Maya culture is very rich in traditions.
La cultura maya es muy rica en tradiciones.

Etymology

From the Maya language, referring to the indigenous people of Mesoamerica.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Maya culture
A set of traditions, customs, and knowledge of the Maya.
cultura maya
Mayan ball games
A ceremonial sport practiced by the Maya.
juegos de pelota mayas
Maya calendar
A system of calendars used by the Maya.
calendario maya

Related Words

Chichen Itza
Ancient Maya city located in Mexico.
chichén itzá
Tikal
Important archaeological Maya city in Guatemala.
tikal
Palenque
Archaeological site of the ancient Maya civilization.
palenque

Slang Meanings

A certain clever or ingenious attitude.
He is a true Maya in business.
Es un verdadero maya en los negocios.
People who are clever in a situation.
She always knows how to get ahead; she is a Maya.
Ella siempre sabe cómo salir adelante, es una maya.