How to Say “Texas” in Spanish

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Texas (Teshas)
masculine
The English phrase "Texas" is translated into Spanish as Texas (Teshas) or Tejas.
Meaning: a state of the United States of America (name)

Ways to say it

“texas” in Spanish
Spanish IPA Note
Texas (Teshas) masculine
Tejas /ˈtexas/ masculine

This is a proper noun used to refer to the state of the United States of America. You can say Soy de Texas to mean "I am from Texas", and the phrase El Estado de la Estrella Solitaria is used to mean "The Lone Star State".

Which one should you use?

Texas (Teshas) is the modern standard. Tejas is the traditional Spanish name for the state and is frequently used in historical contexts or by Spanish speakers to refer to the region.

How does it change in a sentence?

Both Texas (Teshas) and Tejas are masculine nouns.

Did you know?

  • In Spanish, tejas is also the common word for 'roof tiles'.
  • The name Texas actually comes from the Caddo word táyshaʔ, which means 'friend' or 'ally'.
  • The pronunciation of Texas in Spanish often shifts the 'x' sound to a 'sh' sound, sounding like Teshas.

Examples in context

  • ¡Amo Tejas!
    I love Texas!
    This sentence is useful for expressing affection for the state using Tejas.
    Tatoeba #9487964 by dpcossio, translation #9225988 by shekitten
  • Él se fue de la capital de Méjico para regresar a Tejas.
    He left the Mexican capital to return to Texas.
    This sentence is useful for describing someone returning to the state using Tejas.
    Tatoeba #1791973 by Shishir, translation #803276 by Source_VOA
  • El acuerdo con Tejas fue firmado el veinte de abril de 1844.
    The treaty with Texas was signed April twelfth, 1844.
    This sentence is useful for referring to a historical treaty involving Tejas.
    Tatoeba #1444536 by wallebot, translation #805491 by Source_VOA
  • El estado de Tejas juega un papel importante en la economía de los Estados Unidos.
    The state of Texas plays an important role in the economy of the United States.
  • ¿Alguna vez has visitado Texas? Es un lugar muy interesante.
    Have you ever visited Texas? It is a very interesting place.
  • ¡Disfruta tu viaje por Tejas!
    Enjoy your journey through Texas!
  • 2 more sentences on Tatoeba

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