parque
everyday, Mexico
In Mexico a park is parque. The town square in many Mexican towns is called zócalo or jardín and works as a central meeting place. It is also called plaza.
Meaning: public green space (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| parque | everyday, Mexico |
| jardín | garden, town square, Mexico |
| plaza | square |
Say Vamos al parque for a trip to a park. Children play in el parque and families meet in la plaza on Sundays.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In many towns the main square is called el jardín or el zócalo, and it often has a kiosk and benches.
How does it change in a sentence?
Parque is masculine: el parque. A car park is not parque but estacionamiento.
Did you know?
- Chapultepec in Mexico City is one of the largest urban parks in Latin America.
Examples in context
- Vamos al parque el domingo.We are going to the park on Sunday.
- Los niños juegan en el parque.The children play in the park.
- Nos vemos en el jardín del centro.See you in the town square.
Example conversation
A father, Mauricio, and his son Emilio plan Sunday in Mexico City.
- EmilioPapá, ¿vamos al parque?Dad, shall we go to the park?
- MauricioSí, llevamos la pelota.Yes, we will bring the ball.
- Emilio¡Qué bien!Great!
