Mexican

The warm word for “daddy” in Mexico is papi. The diminutive papito is even softer, and young children also say papá.

Mayonnaise is mayonesa in Mexican Spanish, and mayo is the short casual form. It is a feminine noun, so la mayonesa.

In Mexico spoiled food is descompuesto or echado a perder, and a spoiled child is consentido. The meaning depends on the context.

For the tool, Mexican mechanics say matraca or llave de matraca for a ratchet wrench. The word matraca also names a wooden noisemaker.

In Mexico a necklace is collar. A thin metal necklace is often called cadena, and a close fitting one is a gargantilla.

In Mexico good night is Buenas noches. Add Que descanses to wish someone a good rest. It is said when parting late in the evening or going to bed.

In Mexico a bear is an oso, and a female bear is an osa. A teddy bear is un osito de peluche, using the diminutive osito.

In Mexico iced coffee is café helado or café frío. A blended, slushy version is usually sold as frappé.

In Mexico “I love you, Mom” is Te quiero, mamá. Many people say Te amo, mamá for a stronger feeling, and mami or mamita is an affectionate way to call her.

Culture is cultura in Mexico. For customs and traditions the usual words are costumbres and tradiciones. Say la cultura mexicana for Mexican culture.