Mexicano (en. Mexican)

/mexiˈkano/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person originally from Mexico.
The Mexican is known for their hospitality.
El mexicano es conocido por su hospitalidad.
Inhabitant of Mexico.
The Mexican celebrates their traditions with pride.
El mexicano celebra sus tradiciones con orgullo.
The quality of being from Mexico.
The Mexican is a symbol of cultural diversity.
El mexicano es un símbolo de diversidad cultural.

Etymology

From the proper name 'Mexico', from Nahuatl 'Mēxihco', which means 'in the place of the Mexicas'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

average Mexican
A common and ordinary person of Mexican nationality.
mexicano de a pie
to be more Mexican than chili
To be very identified with Mexican culture.
ser más mexicano que el chile
proudly Mexican
To feel very proud of being Mexican.
orgullosamente mexicano

Related Words

Mexico
Country located in North America.
México
Mexican identity
A set of cultural characteristics that define Mexicans.
mexicanidad
Mexicanisms
Words or expressions unique to Mexican Spanish.
mexicanismos

Slang Meanings

Dude
What's up, dude?
¿Qué onda, güey?
Pachuco
The pachuco is distinguished by their unique style.
El pachuco se distingue por su estilo único.
Cool
That's really cool, bro.
Eso está bien chido, carnal.