mariachi
/maɾjat͡ʃi/from spelling rules
The term mariachi in Spanish refers to a member of a mariachi group.
The word mariachi can refer to a single musician or to the entire musical ensemble. In Spain, you may sometimes see the phrase mariachis mexicanos to specify that the group originates from Mexico.
Meaning: member of such a group (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
The phrase mariachis mexicanos is specifically noted as a usage in Spain to specify the origin of the group.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of mariachi is mariachis.
How do you pronounce it?
/maɾjatʃi/
Did you know?
- There is a long-standing debate among historians whether mariachi stems from the French word mariage, meaning 'marriage', due to the bands' popularity at weddings.
- While the iconic wide-brimmed hats are now a symbol of the mariachi, they were originally worn by peasants in the Mexican countryside to protect themselves from the intense sun.
- The guitarrón, the large acoustic bass used by mariachis, is a uniquely Mexican instrument that evolved to provide a deep rhythmic foundation without needing a drum kit.
Examples in context
- Contratamos un grupo de mariachis para amenizar la fiesta de aniversario.We hired a mariachi group to liven up the anniversary party.
- ¿Vamos a disfrutar de la música de los mariachis esta noche?Shall we enjoy the music of the mariachis tonight?
- Los novios recibieron una hermosa serenata mexicana por parte de los mariachis.The newlyweds received a beautiful Mexican serenade from the mariachis.
- Pasé la noche escuchando unos mariachis mexicanos en ese bar español.I spent the night listening to some Mexican mariachis in that Spanish bar.
- Fui a un festival de mariachis en Argentina y quedé fascinado con su música.I went to a mariachi festival in Argentina and was fascinated by their music.
- Él es un mariachi muy famoso.He is a very famous mariachi.
- El mariachi toca la trompeta.The mariachi plays the trumpet.
- Contratamos a un mariachi para la fiesta.We hired a mariachi for the party.
Example conversation
Sofía and Javier are discussing a musical performance at a local festival.
- Sofía¿Viste al mariachi en el escenario?Did you see the mariachi on the stage?
- JavierSí, el mariachi cantó muy bien.Yes, the mariachi sang very well.
- SofíaÉl parece un mariachi muy profesional.He looks like a very professional mariachi.
- JavierEs cierto, su música es excelente.That's true, his music is excellent.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mariachi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
