México
/ˈmexiko/masculine
The English phrase Mexico is translated into Spanish as México. It is also spelled Méjico. Wiktionary also lists Estados Unidos Mexicanos and República Mexicana.
Meaning: country (name)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| México | /ˈmexiko/ /ˈmeʃiko/ |
masculine |
| Méjico | /ˈmexiko/ | masculine, alternative form |
| Estados Unidos Mexicanos | /esˌtados uˌnidos mexiˈkanos/ | masculine, plural |
| República Mexicana | /republika meɡsikana/ (from spelling rules) | feminine |
| Meshico | /mesiko/ (from spelling rules) | masculine |
México is the name of the country.
Which one should you use?
While Méjico is a recognized alternative spelling in some older texts or specific regions, México is the standard and most common spelling used today.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions of Spain, Méjico may be used instead of México.
How does it change in a sentence?
México and Méjico are masculine nouns. República Mexicana is a feminine form. Estados Unidos Mexicanos is a plural masculine form.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈmexiko/
Did you know?
- The Aztecs believed the lake system where the city of México was founded looked like a rabbit. Because rabbits are associated with the moon, this supports the 'moon' origin of the name.
Examples in context
- Ella nació en México.She was born in Mexico.This sentence is useful for noting a place of birth using México.Tatoeba #1686580 by Shishir, translation #1669144 by Spamster
- Mi amiga vive en México.My friend lives in Mexico.This sentence is useful for stating where a friend lives using México.Tatoeba #10463137 by Seael, translation #10463129 by shekitten
- Vivo y trabajo en México.I live and work in Mexico.This sentence is useful for describing where one lives and works using México.Tatoeba #1062667 by hayastan, translation #1205969 by dermberg
- Voy a viajar a México el próximo mes.I'm going to travel to Mexico next month.
- Me encanta la comida en México.I love the food in Mexico.
- Dicen que en Chilangolandia nunca duermen.They say Mexico City never sleeps.
- 102 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
María and Javier are discussing travel plans.
- MaríaQuiero visitar México el próximo año.I want to visit Mexico next year.
- JavierEs un país muy hermoso, María.It is a very beautiful country, María.
- María¿Qué ciudad de México me recomiendas?Which city in Mexico do you recommend?
- JavierTe recomiendo ir a la capital, México.I recommend you go to the capital, Mexico.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “mexico” translations and entries México, Méjico, Estados Unidos Mexicanos, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries México, república, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
