Me llamo…
standard, Mexico
To say "my name is" in Mexican Spanish you say Me llamo… followed by your name. Mi nombre es… is a bit more formal and Soy… is casual.
Meaning: introducing yourself (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Me llamo… | standard, Mexico |
| Mi nombre es… | formal |
| Soy… | casual |
Add your name straight after: Me llamo Laura. Many Mexicans just say Soy Laura when they call someone on the phone.
Which one should you use?
Me llamo is literally "I call myself". Mi nombre es fits forms and official situations.
How do you pronounce it?
Me llamo is said "meh YAH-mo". In most of Mexico the double ll sounds like an English "y".
Did you know?
- Me llamo uses a reflexive verb, so you say it with me, never just llamo.
Examples in context
- Me llamo Laura.My name is Laura.
- Mi nombre es Roberto Díaz.My name is Roberto Díaz.
- Soy Pedro, mucho gusto.I am Pedro, nice to meet you.
Example conversation
Laura introduces herself to a neighbor in Puebla.
- LauraHola, me llamo Laura.Hi, my name is Laura.
- VecinoMucho gusto, Laura. Yo soy Iván.Nice to meet you, Laura. I am Iván.
- LauraVivo en el departamento tres.I live in apartment three.
