Tajín
brand name, Mexico
In Mexico the brand is spelled Tajín, with an accent on the í, and said "ta-HEEN". It is a seasoning of chile, lime and salt.
People sprinkle Tajín on mango, watermelon, cucumber, jícama, corn and chips. A vendor may offer fruit con chile or con Tajín.
Meaning: chile and lime seasoning (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The j sounds like an English h, so Tajín is "ta-HEEN" and not "ta-jin".
When do people say it?
The name matches El Tajín, a well-known ancient city in the state of Veracruz.
Did you know?
- El Tajín, in Veracruz, is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is known for its Pyramid of the Niches.
Examples in context
- ¿Le pongo Tajín a la fruta?Shall I put Tajín on the fruit?
- Me gusta el mango con Tajín.I like mango with Tajín.
- Compré un bote de Tajín.I bought a bottle of Tajín.
Example conversation
Nora buys fruit from a street vendor in Mexico City.
- NoraBuenas tardes, un vaso de mango, por favor.Good afternoon, a cup of mango, please.
- Vendedor¿Con limón y Tajín?With lime and Tajín?
- NoraSí, con todo.Yes, with everything.
