¡viva México!
/ˈbiba ˈmexiko/word by word
The English phrase "long live mexico" is translated into Spanish as ¡viva México!
¡viva México! is a patriotic exclamation used to express national pride. It is most notably used during Mexican Independence Day celebrations. You may also see the variation ¡viva México lindo y querido!, which includes terms meaning "beautiful and beloved."
What does it mean word for word?
The word viva is the third-person singular present subjunctive form of the verb vivir, which literally means "may [it] live".
Is it said differently in some regions?
The phrase ¡Arriba México!, which translates to "Up with Mexico", is often used in central Mexico.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈbiba ˈmexiko/
When do people say it?
In very casual conversations among friends, some people may use the slang version ¡Viva México, cabrones!
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Examples in context
- En las fiestas, todos gritamos ¡Viva México!During the holidays, everyone shouts Long live Mexico!
Example conversation
María and Alejandro are watching a parade together.
- María¡Mira cuánta gente hay!Look how many people are here!
- AlejandroSí, es un día muy especial.Yes, it is a very special day.
- María¡Viva México!Long live Mexico!
- Alejandro¡Viva!Long live!
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (viva, México) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries México, CC BY-SA 4.0.
