Sánchez (en. Sanchez)

/ˈsantʃez/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A common surname in Spanish-speaking countries.
The last name Sánchez is very characteristic in Mexico.
El apellido Sánchez es muy característico en México.
Reference to a person with the last name Sánchez.
Juan Sánchez is an excellent lawyer.
Juan Sánchez es un excelente abogado.
Family that descends from an ancestor named Sancho.
The Sánchez family has a long tradition in their city.
Los Sánchez tienen una larga tradición en su ciudad.

Etymology

Derives from the proper name Sancho, which comes from the Latin 'Sanctius'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sánchez, come here
An informal way to address someone with that last name.
Sánchez, ven aquí
The Sánchez style
It refers to a particular style associated with people with the last name Sánchez.
El estilo Sánchez
The Sánchez family
Reference to a family with that last name.
La familia Sánchez

Related Words

sancho
A feminine or masculine name that is often found as part of the last name Sánchez.
sancho
sanchero
A term that can be used to describe something typical of the Sánchez family.
sanchero

Slang Meanings

Used to refer to someone very common or typical.
That attitude is very Sánchez.
Esa actitud es muy de Sánchez.
It refers to a person who is not very original.
Don't be so Sánchez, look for something more creative.
No seas tan Sánchez, busca algo más creativo.