cultura
neutral, Mexico
Culture is cultura in Mexico. For customs and traditions the usual words are costumbres and tradiciones.
Meaning: the customs and arts of a people (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| cultura | neutral, Mexico |
| tradiciones | traditions |
| costumbres | customs |
Say la cultura mexicana for Mexican culture. Tiene mucha cultura means a person is well educated, while las costumbres refers to everyday habits.
How does it change in a sentence?
Cultura is feminine: la cultura, las culturas.
Did you know?
- Mexico has dozens of living indigenous languages and cultures, which is why people often say culturas in the plural.
Examples in context
- Me interesa la cultura mexicana.I am interested in Mexican culture.
- Cada pueblo tiene sus costumbres.Each town has its own customs.
Example conversation
Teacher Silvia talks with her student Jake in a language class in Oaxaca.
- JakeQuiero aprender más de la cultura mexicana.I want to learn more about Mexican culture.
- SilviaPuedes empezar con las tradiciones.You can start with the traditions.
- JakeComo el Día de Muertos.Like the Day of the Dead.
