Jamaica
/xaˈmaika/feminine
Jamaica is the Spanish name for the country in the Caribbean, Jamaica.
In formal contexts, you may see the phrase La Isla de Jamaica used to mean 'The Island of Jamaica'. In an informal context, the expression La tierra del reggae can be used to refer to the country as 'the land of reggae'.
Meaning: country in the Caribbean (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/xaˈmaika/
Did you know?
- While the country is the namesake, in many Spanish-speaking countries, a lowercase jamaica refers to a type of herbal tea made from dried hibiscus flowers.
- The name reflects the ancient Taíno connection to the physical landscape, specifically the abundance of timber and freshwater.
- The term agua de jamaica is a staple of Mexican cuisine and is often served as a refreshing 'agua fresca' alongside spicy meals to cool the palate.
Examples in context
- El turismo en la Isla de Jamaica es una parte importante de su economía.Tourism in the Island of Jamaica is an important part of its economy.
- ¿Sabías que Jamaica es la tierra del reggae?Did you know that Jamaica is the land of reggae?
- Jamaica es una isla hermosa.Jamaica is a beautiful island.
- Quiero viajar a Jamaica este año.I want to travel to Jamaica this year.
- El clima en Jamaica es muy tropical.The weather in Jamaica is very tropical.
Example conversation
Elena and Daniel are talking about their dream vacations.
- ElenaDaniel, ¿adónde quieres ir de vacaciones?Daniel, where do you want to go on vacation?
- DanielMe gustaría visitar Jamaica.I would like to visit Jamaica.
- Elena¡Qué buena idea! Me encanta ese lugar.What a great idea! I love that place.
- DanielEntonces vamos juntos a Jamaica.Then let's go to Jamaica together.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “jamaica” translations and entries Jamaica, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries Jamaica, jamaica, CC BY-SA 4.0.
