Antonio
name, Mexico
In Mexico Anthony is Antonio. A very common pet form is Toño, and some people also use the English Tony.
Meaning: male first name (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Antonio | name, Mexico |
| Toño | nickname, casual |
| Tony | nickname, casual |
Antonio is the form for papers and formal introductions. Among family and friends many Antonios are simply Toño.
How do you pronounce it?
Antonio is said "ahn-TOH-nyoh" and Toño is "TOH-nyoh", with the Spanish ñ sound.
Did you know?
- Toño comes from the end of Antonio, and the same shortening gives Toñito as an even more affectionate form.
Examples in context
- Mi tío Antonio vive en Guadalajara.My uncle Anthony lives in Guadalajara.
- Toño, ya es hora de comer.Anthony, it is time to eat.
- Antonio llega mañana.Anthony arrives tomorrow.
Example conversation
Lupe calls her brother Antonio to the table in their home in Oaxaca.
- LupeToño, ya está la comida.Anthony, the food is ready.
- AntonioYa voy, ya voy.Coming, coming.
- LupeSe te va a enfriar.It will get cold.
