seis
neutral, Mexico
The number six in Mexican Spanish is seis. It is the same across the Spanish speaking world and is said "SAYS".
Seis does not change for gender: seis casas, seis años. The time las seis de la tarde is six in the evening.
Meaning: the number 6 (numeral)
Is it said differently in some regions?
Mexicans say media docena for half a dozen, which is six. A six pack of beer is often called un six.
How do you pronounce it?
It is one syllable with the vowel sound of "say" and a final s.
Did you know?
- Media docena is a common way to ask for six eggs or six rolls at a market.
Examples in context
- Tengo seis años de experiencia.I have six years of experience.
- Compré media docena de huevos.I bought half a dozen eggs.
- Salgo del trabajo a las seis.I leave work at six.
Example conversation
Rodrigo asks the baker Doña Chela for rolls in a bakery in Puebla.
- RodrigoBuenos días, quiero seis bolillos.Good morning, I want six rolls.
- Doña ChelaAquí tiene, seis bolillos calientitos.Here you are, six warm rolls.
- RodrigoGracias. ¿Cuánto es?Thanks. How much is it?
