Texas
Mexico, pronounced Téjas
In Mexico the state is written Texas and said "TEH-hahs", with the x pronounced like a Spanish j. The spelling Tejas is also correct and matches the sound.
Meaning: the U.S. state of Texas (proper noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Texas | Mexico, pronounced Téjas |
| Tejas | alternative spelling |
How do you pronounce it?
The x in Texas sounds like the j in Tejas, the same sound as the x in México.
When do people say it?
Texas was part of Mexico before 1836, when it declared independence. That is why Mexican history lessons and the Spanish name Tejas are tied to that period.
Did you know?
- The name Texas comes from a word used by the Caddo people, written tejas by the Spanish, meaning "friends" or "allies".
Examples in context
- Mi tío vive en Texas.My uncle lives in Texas.
- Fuimos en carro a San Antonio, Texas.We drove to San Antonio, Texas.
- Tejas fue parte de México.Texas was part of Mexico.
Example conversation
Lupe calls her cousin Raúl in Monterrey to ask about his trip.
- Lupe¿Cuándo viajas a Texas?When do you travel to Texas?
- RaúlEl sábado, voy a Houston.On Saturday, I am going to Houston.
- Lupe¿Vas en carro?Are you going by car?
- RaúlSí, son como seis horas.Yes, it is about six hours.
