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Sports"}],"contentType":"blog_posts","id":"4b54476d-5598-5941-82be-c24db98c8737","uid":"blta67ea8235f0c1d04","publish_details":{"locale":"en-us"},"date":"2024-04-17","date_modified":null,"modified_date_text":null,"tags":["hreflang-blog-spanish-vs-mexican-spanish"],"post_content":"<h3><strong>Wanna know the definitive difference between Mexican Spanish vs. Spain Spanish?</strong></h3>\n<p>The answer might be a bit more complicated.</p>\n<p>If you’re an English speaker, then you already know that there’s a big <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/british-english-vs-american-english-spelling-pronunciation-words\" target=\"_blank\">difference between American English and British English</a>. Not only are the accents different, but they use different words to describe commonplace things (chips vs. crisps, anyone?).</p>\n<p>The same is true when comparing Spanish from Spain vs. Mexico. Although Spain originally imposed the language onto Mexico in the 16th century, the language has evolved organically throughout the centuries as it has blended with <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-culture\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican culture</a>, <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-traditions-celebrations-holidays\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican traditions</a>, and the local indigenous languages throughout the centuries.</p>\n<p>Mexico’s proximity to the United States has also deeply influenced the language, with many <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanglish-dialect-terms-examples\" target=\"_blank\">Spanglish</a> terms becoming part of the local language, just as other European languages have influenced Spanish in Spain.</p>\n<p>So, how exactly do Spanish and Mexican Spanish differ? Let’s take a look!</p>\n<p></p>\n<h4><strong>Table of contents</strong></h4>\n<ul>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-facts\" target=\"_self\">Spain vs. Mexico quick facts</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-differences\" target=\"_self\">Difference in phonetics and pronunciation between Spanish from Spain and Spanish from Mexico</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-grammar\" target=\"_self\">Grammar and syntax</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-culture\" target=\"_self\">Cultural influences on language</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-words\" target=\"_self\">Mexican vs. Spanish words</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-examples\" target=\"_self\">Examples of Spanish vs. Mexican Spanish</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-video\" target=\"_self\">Spanish Spanish vs. Mexican Spanish video</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-faqs\" target=\"_self\">FAQs</a></li>\n  <li><a href=\"#cat-conclusion\" target=\"_self\">Conclusion</a></li>\n</ul>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-facts\">Spain vs. Mexico quick facts</h2>\n<p>Before diving in, here’s a quick overview of some of the biggest differences between these two countries:</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/blt9215408727303fd1/662066a846f75c1097443973/woman-with-mexican-flag.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Woman carrying the Mexican flag.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<table>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td></td>\n      <td><strong>Spain</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Mexico</strong></td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Location</strong></td>\n      <td>Southwestern Europe</td>\n      <td>North America</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Population</strong></td>\n      <td>47 million</td>\n      <td>130 million</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Political entity</strong></td>\n      <td>Sovereign nation</td>\n      <td>Sovereign nation</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Capital</strong></td>\n      <td>Madrid</td>\n      <td>Mexico City</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Language</strong></td>\n      <td>Spanish is the official national language, with other regional languages including <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-vs-catalan-language\" target=\"_blank\">Catalan</a>, Galician, and Basque.</td>\n      <td>Spanish + 63 indigenous languages</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Cuisine ingredients</strong></td>\n      <td>Olive oil, saffron, garlic, tomatoes, potatoes, and a variety of seafood</td>\n      <td>Corn, beans, chili peppers, tomatoes, avocados, and chocolate.</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Music genre</strong></td>\n      <td>Flamenco, classical guitar, pop, and contemporary regional music</td>\n      <td>Mariachi, ranchera, banda, norteño</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Biggest holidays</strong></td>\n      <td>Christmas, Easter, and National Day of Spain (October 12)</td>\n      <td>Día de los Muertos, Día de la Independencia, <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/merry-christmas-happy-holidays-spanish\" target=\"_blank\">Navidad</a></td>\n    </tr>\n  </tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h3><strong>Historical and cultural context</strong></h3>\n<p>Both Spain and Mexico have extensive histories of colonization, conquest, and independence. You might already be familiar with the Spanish conquest of Mexico and most of the Americas, but did you know that Spain was conquered by the Romans in the 3rd century BCE and then again by the Moors in the 8th century? The latter introduced Arabic into the Iberian Peninsula, which is one of the main reasons why Spanish is different from other <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/what-are-romance-languages-list\" target=\"_blank\">Romance languages</a>.</p>\n<p>Let’s take a closer look at the histories of these two countries:</p>\n<h4><strong>Spanish history</strong></h4>\n<p>Spain’s history is shaped by many dramatic conflicts and diverse cultural influences. The story begins with ancient civilizations like the Iberians and Celts, whose impacts are still visible today. The Romans then colonized the Iberian Peninsula and ruled over it for around two centuries, starting in the 3rd century BCE, during which time the peninsula was renamed <em>Hispania</em>. They introduced infrastructure, legal systems, and the Latin language, which formed the basis of modern Spanish culture.</p>\n<p>After Rome’s fall, the Visigoths and later the Moors from North Africa took control, the latter enriching the region with advanced sciences, agriculture, and architectural advancements during their nearly 800-year rule. This era ended in 1492 with the Christian reconquest led by Ferdinand and Isabella, unifying the nation under Catholicism. That same year, Columbus’s voyage, backed by these monarchs, initiated Spain’s era of global exploration and empire-building, establishing it as a dominant power through its vast overseas territories.</p>\n<p>However, Spain’s influence waned in the 17th and 18th centuries due to various internal and external challenges. The 20th century saw further turmoil, marked by the Spanish Civil War and Franco’s dictatorship. After transitioning to democracy in the late 20th century, Spain has emerged as a vibrant member of the European Union, known for its dynamic culture and regional diversity.</p>\n<h4><strong>Mexican history</strong></h4>\n<p>The history of Mexico is as vibrant and complex as the country itself. Before the Spanish arrival, advanced indigenous civilizations like the Olmecs, Mayans, and Aztecs thrived, developing detailed calendars, mathematics, and impressive architecture. The Aztec Empire was particularly powerful when Hernán Cortés landed in 1519. Within two years, Cortés had overthrown the empire, marking the start of three centuries of Spanish dominance.</p>\n<p>The colonial period saw a blending of Spanish and indigenous cultures, exploitation of native peoples, and significant economic activity centered around silver mining. Spanish colonies were set up as extractive colonies, where the main goal was to extract resources from the colonies and ship them back to Spain. This caused the slow but steadily increasing demand for independence, reaching its peak in the early 19th century.</p>\n<p>Leaders like Miguel Hidalgo and José María Morelos led Mexico to independence in 1821. The following years were marked by instability, territorial losses to the United States, and continuous internal strife. The Mexican Revolution in 1910 triggered intense social and political reforms, including land redistribution and the establishment of labor rights. The latter half of the 20th century witnessed rapid industrialization and modernization, though issues like corruption and drug-related violence posed ongoing challenges. This rich and complex history has created the <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-culture\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican culture</a> we know and love today, with countless <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-traditions-celebrations-holidays\" target=\"_blank\">traditions</a> like <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-wedding-traditions-customs-rituals\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican weddings</a> and Día de los Muertos.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-differences\">Difference in phonetics and pronunciation between Spanish from Spain and Spanish from Mexico</h2>\n<p>If you’ve watched some popular Spanish-language shows like Spain’s <em>La Casa de Papel</em> and Mexico’s <em>Club de Cuervos</em>, then you know that Spanish from Spain vs. Mexico sound very different. Here are some of the distinctive phonetic features of each dialect:</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/blt5314ac1ce89aba35/662067d5243a4f1f7683a3e2/Man-talking-Spanish.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Man explaining the difference in phonetics and pronunciation between Spanish from Spain and Spanish from Mexico.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<h3><strong>The Spanish in Spain</strong></h3>\n<p>Spanish from Spain is heavily influenced by its European context and thus exhibits several unique phonetic and pronunciation traits that distinguish it from Spanish dialects elsewhere, particularly those in Latin America. These characteristics are deeply ingrained in the linguistic identity of Spain, and make it incredibly easy to spot a Spaniard among a group of Spanish speakers. Here are some of the most notable traits</p>\n<h4><strong>The distinctive “Ceseo” and “Seseo”</strong></h4>\n<p>One of the most distinctive features of Spanish from Spain is the distinction between <em>ceceo</em> and <em>seseo</em>. The <em>ceceo</em> involves pronouncing the “c” and the “z” before “e” or “i” as a “th” sound, similar to the “th” in “think.” This pronunciation is typical in many parts of central and northern Spain and is considered standard Castilian Spanish.</p>\n<p>Meanwhile, <em>seseo</em>, which is the pronunciation of these same letters as “s,” occurs in southern Spain and Latin American Spanish. This regional variation within Spain itself adds a layer of complexity to the language.</p>\n<p>Here are some examples of <em>ceceo</em> vs. <em>seseo</em> in Spanish:</p>\n<table>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>English</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Spanish</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Ceceo pronunciation</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Seseo pronunciation</strong></td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Five</td>\n      <td><em>Cinco</em></td>\n      <td>thin-co</td>\n      <td>seen-co</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Beer</td>\n      <td><em>Cerveza</em></td>\n      <td>ther-ve-tha</td>\n      <td>sehr-veh-sah</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Shoe</td>\n      <td><em>Zapato</em></td>\n      <td>tha-pah-toe</td>\n      <td>sah-pah-toe</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Sky</td>\n      <td><em>Cielo</em></td>\n      <td>thee-eh-lo</td>\n      <td>see-eh-lo</td>\n    </tr>\n  </tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p>\n<h4><strong>The letter J</strong></h4>\n<p>The Spanish “j” is pronounced as a strong guttural sound, similar to the “ch” in the German “Bach.” This is more pronounced in Spain than in Latin America, where the J sound is closer to the “h” in “Hello.” In Spain, this harsh, raspy “j” sound is a distinctive element of the language, particularly emphasized in words like “jamón” (ham) and “juego” (game).</p>\n<h4><strong>The letters Ll and Y</strong></h4>\n<p>In Spain, the pronunciation of “Ll” and “y” has traditionally varied, with some regions treating them as separate sounds while others do not. Historically, “Ll” was pronounced as a palatal lateral consonant, but in modern Castilian Spanish, it often merges with “y” to a sound similar to the English “y” in “yes.” This merging is known as “yeísmo” and is now prevalent in most parts of Spain, although some regional variations still maintain a distinct “Ll” sound.</p>\n<h4><strong>Use of </strong><em><strong>vosotros</strong></em></h4>\n<p>The use of <em>vosotros</em> for the informal second-person plural form is a significant aspect of Castilian Spanish that isn’t found in Mexican Spanish. The conjugation and pronunciation associated with <em>vosotros</em> are unique to Spain and are not used in Latin America, where <em>ustedes</em> is used universally for both formal and informal plural forms. The presence of <em>vosotros</em> in the Spanish of Spain adds a distinct flavor to its spoken form.</p>\n<h4><strong>Dropping and aspiration of consonants</strong></h4>\n<p>Spanish speakers in Spain often drop or aspirate the final “d” in the past participle and other endings, which can make spoken language sound more fluid and less articulated than other Spanish dialects. For example, <em>cansado</em> might sound like <em>cansao</em>, and <em>pescado</em> like <em>pescao</em>. This feature is particularly prominent in southern Spain and adds to the melodic quality of the dialect.</p>\n<h3><strong>The Spanish in Mexico</strong></h3>\n<p>Mexican Spanish is known for its clear and distinct pronunciation, making it one of the easiest varieties of Spanish for learners. The phonetic characteristics of Mexican Spanish not only reflect the region’s linguistic history but also its cultural influences, including those from indigenous languages. Here’s a closer look at some of the unique phonetic features that define Mexican Spanish:</p>\n<h4><strong>Seseo</strong></h4>\n<p>Unlike Spain’s distinction between the “c” (before “e” or “i”), “z,” and “s” sounds, Mexican Spanish uses <em>seseo</em>, meaning “c” and “z” are pronounced as an s. This makes words like <em>casa</em> (house) and <em>caza</em> (hunt) homophones, both pronounced cah-sah.</p>\n<h4><strong>Pronunciation of X</strong></h4>\n<p>The letter “X” can have multiple pronunciations in Mexican Spanish, reflecting historical and indigenous influences. It originally represented the “sh” sound, but it now includes a common Spanish “j” or English “h” sound in many contexts — including the country’s name. For example, Mexico used to be pronounced “Meh-she-co,” but is now pronounced “Meh-he-co.” Other words retain the traditional X pronunciation, like Xochitl (</p>\n<h4><strong>Yeísmo</strong></h4>\n<p>Mexican Spanish doesn’t differentiate between “ll” and “y” sounds, a speech characteristic known as <em>yeísmo</em>. Both letters are pronounced as a “y” sound, so <em>llamar</em> (to call) and <em>yema</em> (yolk) start with the same pronunciation.</p>\n<h4><strong>Nasal vowel sounds</strong></h4>\n<p>While not as pronounced as in some Portuguese or French dialects, Mexican Spanish can exhibit a subtle nasal quality in vowel sounds, particularly when vowels are followed by nasal consonants like “m” or “n.” For example, the “a” in <em>mano</em> (mah-no) might carry a slight nasal quality.</p>\n<h4><strong>Pronunciation of J and G</strong></h4>\n<p>The “j” (and “g” before “e” or “i”) in Mexican Spanish is pronounced as a moderately strong sound similar to the “h” in “hello.” This is stronger than other dialects of Spanish, but not nearly strong enough as Spain’s Spanish. For example, <em>jalapeño</em> is pronounced with a strong h sound: ha-la-peh-nyoh.</p>\n<h4><strong>Influence of indigenous languages</strong></h4>\n<p>Mexican Spanish has incorporated a significant number of words from indigenous languages, which can influence pronunciation patterns. Words from Nahuatl and other native languages often retain their original sounds, which are then adapted into Spanish phonology. For example, <em>chocolate</em> derived from the Nahuatl “<em>xocolātl</em>” and <em>guajolote</em> comes from the Nahuatl “<em>huaxolotl</em>.”</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-grammar\">Grammar and syntax</h2>\n<p>Although the Spanish spoken in Spain and Mexico is almost entirely mutually intelligible and follow very similar <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/languages/spanish/grammar\">grammar rules</a>, there are several key differences that highlight the linguistic distinctions of each region. Here are some of the most common grammar and syntax differences:</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/blteaed13ab0a1ab469/6620694146f75c4d2144397c/Grammar-and-syntax.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Couplde working on Spanish grammar and syntax.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<h3><strong>Use of personal pronouns</strong></h3>\n<p>Spain uniquely uses <em>vosotros</em> for informal, second-person plural, while Mexico uses <em>ustedes</em> for both formal and informal plural contexts. Additionally, <em>leísmo</em> is more prevalent in Spain, which is the phenomenon of using “le” instead of “lo” for direct male objects. This adds a layer of complexity to pronoun usage not typically found in Mexican Spanish.</p>\n<h3><strong>Verb conjugation differences</strong></h3>\n<p>Spanish from Spain often uses the perfect tense to describe recent past actions (<em>he comido</em>), whereas Mexican Spanish more frequently uses the simple past (<em>comí</em>) in similar contexts. Additionally, there are subtle differences in the subjunctive mood, with it being much more common in Spain. While the subjunctive is used very often in Mexico, the indicative may sometimes be used in situations where the subjunctive would be expected in Spain.</p>\n<h3><strong>Formality and politeness</strong></h3>\n<p>Interactions in Spain might appear more formal on the surface due to the use of <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-pronouns-direct-indirect-object\" target=\"_blank\">pronouns</a> and certain verb constructions. Mexican Spanish, while also polite, tends to be more straightforward and less formal in everyday speech. However, both languages use the <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/tu-vs-usted-differences\" target=\"_blank\">tú vs. usted distinction</a> to be specific and intentional about politeness levels.</p>\n<h3><strong>Question formation</strong></h3>\n<p>If you know <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-questions-interrogative-words\" target=\"_blank\">how to ask questions in Spanish</a>, then you know that certain <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/how-to-ask-basic-questions-spanish\" target=\"_blank\">question patterns</a> are more formal than others. Spain tends to use more formal question patters in everyday speech (<em>¿Qué quieres tú?</em>) while Mexico tends to follow more informal patterns (<em>¿Qué quieres?</em>).</p>\n<h3><strong>Negation patterns</strong></h3>\n<p>Saying no in Spanish is generally very straightforward, but there are some differences in the construction of these sentences between countries. For example, both regions use double negatives (“No tengo nada”), but colloquial usage in Mexico might sometimes simplify these constructions in everyday speech.</p>\n<h3><strong>Similarities</strong></h3>\n<p>Although it may sound like there are a lot of differences, between Spanish and Mexican Spanish, there are far more similarities between the two. Here are just a few of the most impactful ones:</p>\n<ul>\n  <li><strong>Subject-verb-object (SVO) structure:</strong> Both Spanish from Spain and Mexican Spanish predominantly follow the SVO sentence structure, where the subject comes before the verb and the object follows the verb (<em>Yo veo la película.</em>).</li>\n  <li><strong>Use of gendered nouns and agreement:</strong> In both dialects, nouns are gendered as masculine or feminine, and adjectives must agree in gender and number with the nouns they describe (<em>Las casas blancas.</em>)</li>\n  <li><strong>Similar verb conjugations:</strong> The basic verb conjugations for different tenses and moods are the same in both countries. While usage preferences for certain tenses might differ, the conjugation rules themselves do not.</li>\n  <li><strong>Reflexive verbs:</strong> <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/reflexive-verbs-spanish-conjugation\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish reflexive verbs</a>, which indicate that the subject is performing the action on itself, are extensively used in both Spain and Mexico.</li>\n  <li><strong>Prepositional pronouns: </strong>The use of prepositional pronouns remains consistent across both dialects. For example, <em>para mí</em>, <em>para ti</em>, and <em>para él</em> are used the same way in both Spain and Mexico.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-culture\">Cultural influences on language</h2>\n<p>The rich cultural histories of both Spain and Mexico deeply influence their respective languages today. From culinary traditions to musical heritage and religious practices, these cultural elements significantly enrich the local vocabulary and Spanish idioms of each country. Here’s how these influences manifest in the two dialects:</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/bltd80a1794c5dc4069/66206c775a089daac2dbfafa/Square-in-Hondarribia.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Beautiful square in Hondarribia Spain.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<h3><strong>Food</strong></h3>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-food-spain-cuisine-dishes\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish cuisine</a>, with its Mediterranean roots, includes a diverse array of dishes like paella, tapas, and gazpacho. These foods have contributed terms to the Spanish language, like “tortilla” (which refers to a completely different dish in Spain than in Mexico) and <em>jamón</em> (ham). Phrases like <em>ponerse las botas</em> reflect the cultural importance of food and dining in Spanish life.</p>\n<p>On the other hand, <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-food-cuisine-dishes-desserts-appetizers\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican cuisine</a>, recognized globally for its rich flavors and diversity, contributes extensively to the vocabulary of Mexican Spanish. Terms like tacos, enchilada, and guacamole aren’t just culinary exports but also very common in everyday language. Expressions such as <em>estar como agua para chocolate</em> (to be very angry, literally, “like (boiling) water for chocolate”) highlight the deep connection between food and emotion in Mexican culture.</p>\n<h3><strong>Music</strong></h3>\n<p>Spain’s musical landscape is renowned for its flamenco, a genre that has influenced the language with terms like <em>duende</em> (a quality of passion and inspiration) and <em>cante</em> (singing). The traditional use of the <em>cajón</em> (box drum) in flamenco has also permeated <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-slang\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish slang</a>.</p>\n<p>In Mexico, music genres like <em>mariachi</em>, <em>banda</em>, and <em>norteño</em> play a big role in cultural expression. Phrases like <em>echar un palomazo</em> (to sing a song or have an impromptu performance) illustrate just how big music’s impact is in everyday life.</p>\n<h3><strong>Religion</strong></h3>\n<p>Both Spain and Mexico are predominantly Catholic countries, which means that Catholic phrases and expressions are common in everyday conversation. Phrases such as <em>Dios mediante</em> (God willing) and <em>¡Jesús!</em> (an exclamation of surprise) are very common in both countries. Many of the holidays, like Semana Santa, also influence the linguistic and cultural landscape. It’s worth noting, though, that Mexico also has the added layer of indigenous religions, including the celebration of <em>Día de los Muertos</em>, that also enrich the language with unique cultural references.</p>\n<h3><strong>Social customs</strong></h3>\n<p>Spanish and Mexican social life are characterized by expressions like <em>sobremesa</em> (the time spent talking at the table after a meal), reflecting the value placed on community and leisurely dining. In Spain, terms like <em>picaresque</em>, originating from a genre of satirical prose, highlight a tradition of humor and social commentary. In Mexico, <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/terms-endearment-spanish-boyfriend\" target=\"_blank\">terms of endearment</a> like <em>mijo</em> and <em>mija</em> (my son/daughter) are used broadly, underscoring the close familial ties that extend beyond immediate family members.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-words\">Mexican vs. Spanish words</h2>\n<p>As you can tell by now, Mexican Spanish and Spain Spanish have very different grammar and pronunciation rules, but what about vocabulary? Beyond local slang, these two Spanish dialects often use entirely different words to refer to everyday objects. Here are 50 top examples of different vocabulary in Spanish and Mexican Spanish:</p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/blt2fda2b6cf4fbb3ce/66206e09a920d684328ff824/Mexican-vs-Spanish-words.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Woman reading a list of Mexican vs Spanish words.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<table>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>English</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Mexico</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Pronunciation</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>IPA</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Spain</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Pronunciation</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>IPA</strong></td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Corn</td>\n      <td><em>Elote</em></td>\n      <td>eh-lo-teh</td>\n      <td>eˈlote</td>\n      <td><em>Maíz</em></td>\n      <td>ma-is</td>\n      <td>ˈoɾno</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Tray</td>\n      <td><em>Charola</em></td>\n      <td>cha-roh-la</td>\n      <td>ʧaˈɾola</td>\n      <td><em>Cazuela</em></td>\n      <td>cah-thoo-eh-lah</td>\n      <td>kaˈθwela</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Grass</td>\n      <td><em>Pasto</em></td>\n      <td>pass-toe</td>\n      <td>ˈpasto</td>\n      <td><em>Césped</em></td>\n      <td>thess-pehd</td>\n      <td>ˈθespeð</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Computer</td>\n      <td><em>Computadora</em></td>\n      <td>com-poo-tah-doh-rah</td>\n      <td>komputaˈðoɾa</td>\n      <td><em>Ordenador</em></td>\n      <td>or-deh-nah-door</td>\n      <td>oɾðenaˈðoɾ</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Cellphone</td>\n      <td><em>Celular</em></td>\n      <td>seh-loo-lar</td>\n      <td>seluˈlaɾ</td>\n      <td><em>Móvil</em></td>\n      <td>mo-vill</td>\n      <td>ˈmoβil</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Juice</td>\n      <td><em>Jugo</em></td>\n      <td>who-go</td>\n      <td>ˈxuɣo</td>\n      <td><em>Zumo</em></td>\n      <td>thoo-mo</td>\n      <td>ˈθumo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Sweater</td>\n      <td><em>Suéter</em></td>\n      <td>soo-eh-tehr</td>\n      <td>ˈsweteɾ</td>\n      <td><em>Jersey</em></td>\n      <td>jer-see</td>\n      <td>xeɾˈsej</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Potato chips</td>\n      <td><em>Papas</em></td>\n      <td>pah-pass</td>\n      <td>ˈpapas</td>\n      <td><em>Patatas fritas</em></td>\n      <td>pah-tah-tass free-tass</td>\n      <td>paˈtatas ˈfɾitas</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Glasses</td>\n      <td><em>Lentes</em></td>\n      <td>lehn-tess</td>\n      <td>ˈlentes</td>\n      <td><em>Gafas</em></td>\n      <td>gah-fass</td>\n      <td>ˈɡafas</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pen</td>\n      <td><em>Pluma</em></td>\n      <td>ploo-ma</td>\n      <td>ˈpluma</td>\n      <td><em>Bolígrafo</em></td>\n      <td>bo-lee-grah-foh</td>\n      <td>boˈliɣɾafo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Peach</td>\n      <td><em>Durazno</em></td>\n      <td>doo-raz-no</td>\n      <td>duˈɾazno</td>\n      <td><em>Melocotón</em></td>\n      <td>meh-lo-co-tohn</td>\n      <td>melokoˈton</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Sidewalk</td>\n      <td><em>Banqueta</em></td>\n      <td>bahn-keh-tah</td>\n      <td>banˈketa</td>\n      <td><em>Acera</em></td>\n      <td>ah-seh-rah</td>\n      <td>aˈθeɾa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Lawyer</td>\n      <td><em>Abogado</em></td>\n      <td>ah-bo-gah-doe</td>\n      <td>aβoˈɣaðo</td>\n      <td><em>Letrado</em></td>\n      <td>leh-trah-doh</td>\n      <td>leˈtɾaðo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Ice cream</td>\n      <td><em>Helado</em></td>\n      <td>eh-la-doh</td>\n      <td>eˈlaðo</td>\n      <td><em>Mantecado</em></td>\n      <td>mahn-teh-cah-doe</td>\n      <td>manteˈkaðo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pineapple</td>\n      <td><em>Piña</em></td>\n      <td>pee-nyah</td>\n      <td>ˈpiɲa</td>\n      <td><em>Ananá</em></td>\n      <td>ah-nah-nah</td>\n      <td>anaˈna</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Banana</td>\n      <td><em>Plátano</em></td>\n      <td>plah-tah-no</td>\n      <td>ˈplatano</td>\n      <td><em>Banana</em></td>\n      <td>bah-nah-nah</td>\n      <td>baˈnana</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Suitcase</td>\n      <td><em>Maleta</em></td>\n      <td>ma-leh-tah</td>\n      <td>maˈleta</td>\n      <td><em>Equipaje</em></td>\n      <td>eh-key-pah-heh</td>\n      <td>ekiˈpaxe</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Elevator</td>\n      <td><em>Elevador</em></td>\n      <td>eh-leh-vah-door</td>\n      <td>eleβaˈðoɾ</td>\n      <td><em>Ascensor</em></td>\n      <td>ah-sehn-sohr</td>\n      <td>asenˈsoɾ</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Wallet</td>\n      <td><em>Cartera</em></td>\n      <td>car-teh-rah</td>\n      <td>kaɾˈteɾa</td>\n      <td><em>Billetero</em></td>\n      <td>bee-yeh-teh-ro</td>\n      <td>biʝeˈteɾo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Market</td>\n      <td><em>Mercado</em></td>\n      <td>mehr-cah-doe</td>\n      <td>meɾˈkaðo</td>\n      <td><em>Plaza</em></td>\n      <td>plah-tha</td>\n      <td>ˈplaθa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Apartment</td>\n      <td><em>Departamento</em></td>\n      <td>deh-par-tah-mehn-toe</td>\n      <td>depaɾtaˈmento</td>\n      <td><em>Piso</em></td>\n      <td>pee-so</td>\n      <td>ˈpiso</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Bill</td>\n      <td><em>Factura</em></td>\n      <td>fac-too-rah</td>\n      <td>fakˈtuɾa</td>\n      <td><em>Cuenta</em></td>\n      <td>coo-ehn-tah</td>\n      <td>ˈkwenta</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Coupon</td>\n      <td><em>Cupón</em></td>\n      <td>coo-pohn</td>\n      <td>kuˈpon</td>\n      <td><em>Vale</em></td>\n      <td>vah-leh</td>\n      <td>ˈbale</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Cake</td>\n      <td><em>Pastel</em></td>\n      <td>pass-tell</td>\n      <td>pasˈtel</td>\n      <td><em>Tarta</em></td>\n      <td>tar-tah</td>\n      <td>ˈtaɾta</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Blanket</td>\n      <td><em>Cobija</em></td>\n      <td>co-bee-hah</td>\n      <td>koˈβixa</td>\n      <td><em>Manta</em></td>\n      <td>mahn-tah</td>\n      <td>ˈmanta</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Faucet</td>\n      <td><em>Llave</em></td>\n      <td>yah-veh</td>\n      <td>ˈʝaβe</td>\n      <td><em>Grifo</em></td>\n      <td>gree-fo</td>\n      <td>ˈɡɾifo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Stove</td>\n      <td><em>Estufa</em></td>\n      <td>ess-too-fah</td>\n      <td>esˈtufa</td>\n      <td><em>Cocina</em></td>\n      <td>co-thee-na</td>\n      <td>koˈθina</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Bathtub</td>\n      <td><em>Tina</em></td>\n      <td>tee-nah</td>\n      <td>ˈtina</td>\n      <td><em>Bañera</em></td>\n      <td>bah-nyeh-rah</td>\n      <td>baˈɲeɾa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pillow</td>\n      <td><em>Almohada</em></td>\n      <td>all-mo-ah-dah</td>\n      <td>almoˈaða</td>\n      <td><em>Cojín</em></td>\n      <td>coh-heen</td>\n      <td>koˈxin</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Curtain</td>\n      <td><em>Cortina</em></td>\n      <td>core-tee-nah</td>\n      <td>koɾˈtina</td>\n      <td><em>Visillo</em></td>\n      <td>vee-see-yo</td>\n      <td>biˈsiʝo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Waiter</td>\n      <td><em>Mesero</em></td>\n      <td>meh-seh-roh</td>\n      <td>meˈseɾo</td>\n      <td><em>Camarero</em></td>\n      <td>ca-ma-reh-ro</td>\n      <td>kamaˈɾeɾo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Potato</td>\n      <td><em>Papa</em></td>\n      <td>pah-pah</td>\n      <td>ˈpapa</td>\n      <td><em>Patata</em></td>\n      <td>pah-tah-tah</td>\n      <td>paˈtata</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Lime</td>\n      <td><em>Limón</em></td>\n      <td>lee-mohm</td>\n      <td>liˈmon</td>\n      <td><em>Lima</em></td>\n      <td>lee-ma</td>\n      <td>ˈlima</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Broom</td>\n      <td><em>Escoba</em></td>\n      <td>ess-coh-bah</td>\n      <td>esˈkoβa</td>\n      <td><em>Cepillo</em></td>\n      <td>theh-pee-yo</td>\n      <td>θeˈpiʝo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Computer mouse</td>\n      <td><em>Ratón</em></td>\n      <td>rah-tohn</td>\n      <td>raˈton</td>\n      <td><em>Ratoncito</em></td>\n      <td>ra-tohn-thee-toe</td>\n      <td>ratonˈθito</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Toothbrush</td>\n      <td><em>Cepillo de dientes</em></td>\n      <td>seh-pee-yo deh dee-ehn-tess</td>\n      <td>seˈpiʝo ðe ˈðjentes</td>\n      <td><em>Cepillo dental</em></td>\n      <td>theh-pee-yo dehn-tall</td>\n      <td>θeˈpiʝo ðenˈtal</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>To park</td>\n      <td><em>Estacionar</em></td>\n      <td>ess-tah-see-oh-nahr</td>\n      <td>estasjoˈnaɾ</td>\n      <td><em>Aparcar</em></td>\n      <td>ah-par-car</td>\n      <td>apaɾˈkaɾ</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Frying pan</td>\n      <td><em>Sartén</em></td>\n      <td>sahr-ten</td>\n      <td>saɾˈten</td>\n      <td><em>Teflón</em></td>\n      <td>teh-flohn</td>\n      <td>teˈflon</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Bean</td>\n      <td><em>Frijol</em></td>\n      <td>free-hole</td>\n      <td>fɾiˈxol</td>\n      <td><em>Judía</em></td>\n      <td>who-dee-ah</td>\n      <td>xuˈðia</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Lolipop</td>\n      <td><em>Paleta</em></td>\n      <td>pah-leh-tah</td>\n      <td>paˈleta</td>\n      <td><em>Pirulí</em></td>\n      <td>pee-roo-lee</td>\n      <td>piɾuˈli</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Napkin</td>\n      <td><em>Servilleta</em></td>\n      <td>sehr-vee-yeh-tah</td>\n      <td>seɾβiˈʝeta</td>\n      <td><em>Mantelito</em></td>\n      <td>man-teh-lee-toe</td>\n      <td>manteˈlito</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Steering wheel</td>\n      <td><em>Volante</em></td>\n      <td>voh-lahn-teh</td>\n      <td>boˈlante</td>\n      <td><em>Timón</em></td>\n      <td>tee-mohn</td>\n      <td>tiˈmon</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Pillowcase</td>\n      <td><em>Funda</em></td>\n      <td>foon-dah</td>\n      <td>ˈfunda</td>\n      <td><em>Almohadón</em></td>\n      <td>all-mo-ah-dohn</td>\n      <td>almoaˈðon</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Lightbulb</td>\n      <td><em>Foco</em></td>\n      <td>fo-coe</td>\n      <td>ˈfoko</td>\n      <td><em>Bombilla</em></td>\n      <td>bom-bee-ya</td>\n      <td>bomˈbiʝa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Stairs</td>\n      <td><em>Escaleras</em></td>\n      <td>ess-cah-leh-rass</td>\n      <td>eskaˈleɾas</td>\n      <td><em>Escalinata</em></td>\n      <td>ess-cah-lee-nah-ta</td>\n      <td>eskaliˈnata</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Cupboard</td>\n      <td><em>Alacena</em></td>\n      <td>ah-lah-seh-nah</td>\n      <td>alaˈsena</td>\n      <td><em>Armario</em></td>\n      <td>ar-ma-ree-oh</td>\n      <td>aɾˈmaɾjo</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Trash can</td>\n      <td><em>Basurero</em></td>\n      <td>bah-soo-reh-ro</td>\n      <td>basuˈɾeɾo</td>\n      <td><em>Cubo de basura</em></td>\n      <td>coo-boh deh bah-soo-rah</td>\n      <td>ˈkuβo ðe βaˈsuɾa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Bottle</td>\n      <td><em>Botella</em></td>\n      <td>boh-teh-yah</td>\n      <td>boˈteʝa</td>\n      <td><em>Frasco</em></td>\n      <td>frass-co</td>\n      <td>ˈfɾasko</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Shower</td>\n      <td><em>Regadera</em></td>\n      <td>reh-ga-deh-ra</td>\n      <td>reɣaˈðeɾa</td>\n      <td><em>Ducha</em></td>\n      <td>doo-cha</td>\n      <td>ˈduʧa</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td>Oven</td>\n      <td><em>Horno</em></td>\n      <td>or-no</td>\n      <td>ˈoɾno</td>\n      <td><em>Estufa</em></td>\n      <td>ess-too-fah</td>\n      <td>esˈtufa</td>\n    </tr>\n  </tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h3><strong>False friends between Spanish Spanish and Mexican Spanish</strong></h3>\n<p>Any time you try to study a language or dialect, you have to be careful with false friends. While there are thousands of <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-cognates-examples\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish cognates</a> — that is, words that have the same meaning and pronunciation — there are also plenty of words that sound the same but have totally different meanings. The most striking one is probably the verb coger, which means “to take” in Spain but “to have sex with” in Mexico! Although people in Mexico know the Spanish meaning of coger, it’s always startling to hear a Spaniard using it.</p>\n<p>Here are some other examples of false friends to keep in mind:</p>\n<table>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr>\n      <td><strong>Spanish</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Meaning in Mexican Spanish</strong></td>\n      <td><strong>Meaning in Spanish Spanish</strong></td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Carpeta</em></td>\n      <td>Folder</td>\n      <td>Carpet</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Constipado</em></td>\n      <td>Congested</td>\n      <td>Constipated</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Bizarro</em></td>\n      <td>Brave</td>\n      <td>Strange</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Chocar</em></td>\n      <td>To crash</td>\n      <td>To shock</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Pasta</em></td>\n      <td>Dough or paste</td>\n      <td>Money</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Torta</em></td>\n      <td>Sandwich</td>\n      <td>Cake</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Fábrica</em></td>\n      <td>Factory</td>\n      <td>Fabric, cloth</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Colegio</em></td>\n      <td>High school</td>\n      <td>Primary school</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Conductor</em></td>\n      <td>Driver</td>\n      <td>Conductor (train or music)</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Embarazada</em></td>\n      <td>Pregnant</td>\n      <td>Embarrassed</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Actualmente</em></td>\n      <td>Currently</td>\n      <td>Actually</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Balón</em></td>\n      <td>Sports ball</td>\n      <td>Gas tank</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Bomba</em></td>\n      <td>Pump</td>\n      <td>Bomb</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Campo</em></td>\n      <td>Field</td>\n      <td>Countryside</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Cursar</em></td>\n      <td>To study</td>\n      <td>To send</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Desgracia</em></td>\n      <td>Misfortune</td>\n      <td>Disgrace</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Éxito</em></td>\n      <td>Success</td>\n      <td>Exit</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Gracioso</em></td>\n      <td>Funny</td>\n      <td>Graceful</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Introducir</em></td>\n      <td>To introduce (someone)</td>\n      <td>To insert</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Largo</em></td>\n      <td>Long</td>\n      <td>Wide</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Librería</em></td>\n      <td>Bookstore</td>\n      <td>Library</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Molestar</em></td>\n      <td>To bother</td>\n      <td>To molest</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Oficina</em></td>\n      <td>Office</td>\n      <td>Bureau</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Pretender</em></td>\n      <td>To pretend</td>\n      <td>To court</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Realizar</em></td>\n      <td>To carry out</td>\n      <td>To realize</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Recordar</em></td>\n      <td>To remember</td>\n      <td>To remind</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Ropa</em></td>\n      <td>Clothes</td>\n      <td>Rope (in some regional dialects)</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Sensible</em></td>\n      <td>Sensitive</td>\n      <td>Sensible</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Sopa</em></td>\n      <td>Soup</td>\n      <td>Mess</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Suburbio</em></td>\n      <td>Residential area</td>\n      <td>Slum</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Vaso</em></td>\n      <td>Glass</td>\n      <td>Vase</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Pie</em></td>\n      <td>Foot</td>\n      <td>Pie (pastry in some regional uses)</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Cita</em></td>\n      <td>A date or appointment</td>\n      <td>A quote or citation</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Actual</em></td>\n      <td>Current</td>\n      <td>Real</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Compromiso</em></td>\n      <td>Commitment</td>\n      <td>Engagement</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Concebir</em></td>\n      <td>To conceive</td>\n      <td>To become pregnant</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Decepción</em></td>\n      <td>Disappointment</td>\n      <td>Deception</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Despertar</em></td>\n      <td>To wake up</td>\n      <td>To arouse</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Entrenador</em></td>\n      <td>Trainer</td>\n      <td>Coach</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Excitado</em></td>\n      <td>Excited</td>\n      <td>Aroused</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Lectura</em></td>\n      <td>Reading</td>\n      <td>Lecture</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Particular</em></td>\n      <td>Private</td>\n      <td>Particular</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Refresco</em></td>\n      <td>Soft drink</td>\n      <td>Refreshment</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Soportar</em></td>\n      <td>To tolerate</td>\n      <td>To support</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Último</em></td>\n      <td>Last</td>\n      <td>Latest</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Vacuna</em></td>\n      <td>Vaccine</td>\n      <td>Cow</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Attender</em></td>\n      <td>To serve and assist</td>\n      <td>To pay attention</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Carrera</em></td>\n      <td>University major</td>\n      <td>Race</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Propina</em></td>\n      <td>Tip</td>\n      <td>Bribe</td>\n    </tr>\n    <tr>\n      <td><em>Firma</em></td>\n      <td>Signature</td>\n      <td>Company</td>\n    </tr>\n  </tbody>\n</table>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-examples\">Examples of Spanish vs. Mexican Spanish</h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/bltf6e0ca13d7eb862f/662079da45b6a8b090391d0d/pexels-divinetechygirl-1181533.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;quality=80&amp;\" alt=\"Two Berlitz students studying examples of Spanish vs. Mexican Spanish.\" height=\"auto\" /></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Carro</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Coche</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Car. <em>Carro</em> is used across Mexico, while <em>coche</em> is the standard in Spain. The term <em>coche</em> is also understood in Mexico, but is less common.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a lavar el </em><em><strong>carro</strong></em><em> este fin de semana.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to wash the car this weekend.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>coche</strong></em><em> nuevo es muy rápido.</em></li>\n  <li>My new car is very fast.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Chamarra</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Chaqueta</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Chamarra</em> is used in Mexico for any jacket, especially heavier ones for cold weather. <em>Chaqueta</em> in Spain refers to jackets in general. Both terms are understood differently in their respective regions but serve similar functions.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Necesitarás una </em><em><strong>chamarra</strong></em><em> si vamos al norte, ahí hace más frío.</em></li>\n  <li>You’ll need a jacket if we go north, it’s colder there.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Me compré una </em><em><strong>chaqueta</strong></em><em> ligera para el otoño.</em></li>\n  <li>I bought a light jacket for the fall.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cuate</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Amigo</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Cuate</em> is a colloquial term in Mexico for a friend, often implying closeness or camaraderie. <em>Amigo</em> is universal for both Spain and Mexico, but is more formally used.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>cuate</strong></em><em> y yo tenemos boletos para el concierto.</em></li>\n  <li>My buddy and I have tickets to the concert.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>amigo</strong></em><em> de la infancia se mudó a Madrid.</em></li>\n  <li>My childhood friend moved to Madrid.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Güey</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Tío</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Güey</em> or <em>wey</em> is a ubiquitous slang term in Mexico for a guy or dude, often used informally among friends. <em>Tío</em> means uncle throughout all Spanish-speaking countries, but is also used to casually refer to a friend or acquaintance in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Oye, </em><em><strong>güey</strong></em><em>, ¿ya viste la nueva película?</em></li>\n  <li>Hey, dude, have you seen the new movie?</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em><strong>Tío</strong></em><em>, tienes que probar este juego nuevo.</em></li>\n  <li>Dude, you have to try this new game.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Chela</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Caña</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Chela</em> is casual Mexican slang for a beer, usually bottled. <em>Caña</em> in Spain refers specifically to a small glass of draft beer. The term <em>caña</em> isn’t commonly used in Mexico.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>¿Nos echamos una </em><em><strong>chela</strong></em><em> después del trabajo?</em></li>\n  <li>Should we grab a beer after work?</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Nos tomamos unas </em><em><strong>cañas</strong></em><em> en la terraza del bar.</em></li>\n  <li>We had some beers on the bar’s terrace.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Fresa</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Pijo</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Fresa</em> is used in Mexico to describe someone who is preppy or from an upper-class background, often with a negative connotation. <em>Pijo</em> in Spain has a similar connotation, also implying poshness or snobbery.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Esa zona es conocida por ser muy </em><em><strong>fresa</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>That area is known for being very uppity.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Sus amigos son algo </em><em><strong>pijos</strong></em><em>, pero simpáticos.</em></li>\n  <li>His friends are somewhat posh but nice.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Padre</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Mola</strong></em></h4>\n<p><em>Padre</em> in Mexico colloquially means something fun or cool. <em>Mola</em> is a versatile expression in Spain for anything that’s cool or appealing. The term padre used this way is specific to Mexico.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Ese concierto estuvo muy </em><em><strong>padre</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>That concert was really great.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em><strong>Mola</strong></em><em> ese estilo que llevas hoy.</em></li>\n  <li>That style you’re wearing today is really cool.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Lonche</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Bocadillo</strong></em></h4>\n<p>A light meal or snack. <em>Lonche</em> in Mexico typically refers to a lunch sandwich, derived from the word “lunch.” <em>Bocadillo</em> in Spain refers to a sandwich, usually made with baguette bread.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a preparar unos </em><em><strong>lonches</strong></em><em> para el picnic.</em></li>\n  <li>Let’s prepare some sandwiches for the picnic.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Me comí un </em><em><strong>bocadillo</strong></em><em> de jamón en la cafetería.</em></li>\n  <li>I ate a ham sandwich in the cafeteria.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Apapachar</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Mimar</strong></em></h4>\n<p>To pamper or show affection through physical touch. <em>Apapachar</em> is a warm, affectionate term in Mexico. <em>Mimar</em> is used in Spain and tends to have a broader meaning of spoiling someone.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Me encanta </em><em><strong>apapachar</strong></em><em> a mis sobrinos cuando los veo.</em></li>\n  <li>I love to pamper my nephews when I see them.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Sus abuelos lo </em><em><strong>miman</strong></em><em> demasiado.</em></li>\n  <li>His grandparents spoil him too much.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Estacionamiento</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Aparcamiento</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Parking lot or parking area. <em>Estacionamiento</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>aparcamiento</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>estacionamiento</strong></em><em> está completamente lleno.</em></li>\n  <li>The parking lot is completely full.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Dejé el coche en un </em><em><strong>aparcamiento</strong></em><em> subterráneo.</em></li>\n  <li>I left the car in an underground parking lot.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cursi</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Ñoño</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Something or someone that is overly sentimental or tacky. <em>Cursi</em> is widely used in Mexico. <em>Ñoño</em> is more often used in Spain to describe something nerdy or sentimental.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Esa película es demasiado </em><em><strong>cursi</strong></em><em> para mi gusto.</em></li>\n  <li>That movie is too cheesy for my taste.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>No me gusta ese libro, es un poco </em><em><strong>ñoño</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>I don’t like that book, it’s a bit nerdy.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Antro</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Discoteca</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Nightclub. <em>Antro</em> is a colloquial term in Mexico, often implying a less prestigious venue. <em>Discoteca</em> is used in Spain and generally denotes a mainstream nightclub.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos al nuevo </em><em><strong>antro</strong></em><em> que abrieron en la ciudad.</em></li>\n  <li>Let’s go to the new club they opened in town.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>discoteca</strong></em><em> estaba llena anoche.</em></li>\n  <li>The nightclub was packed last night.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Refresco</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Gaseosa</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Soft drink. <em>Refresco</em> is the term used in Mexico. <em>Gaseosa</em> is often used in Spain, though <em>refresco</em> is also understood.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>¿Quieres un </em><em><strong>refresco</strong></em><em> o agua?</em></li>\n  <li>Would you like a soda or water?</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Prefiero una </em><em><strong>gaseosa</strong></em><em> sin azúcar.</em></li>\n  <li>I prefer a light, sugar-free drink.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Escuincle</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Chaval</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Young kid or person. <em>Escuincle</em> is colloquial in Mexico, while <em>chaval</em> is commonly used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Ese </em><em><strong>escuincle</strong></em><em> siempre está jugando en la calle.</em></li>\n  <li>That kid is always playing in the street.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>chaval</strong></em><em> nuevo en clase es muy inteligente.</em></li>\n  <li>The new kid in class is very smart.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Papalote</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Cometa</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Kite. <em>Papalote</em> is the term in Mexico, while <em>cometa</em> is the term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a volar el </em><em><strong>papalote</strong></em><em> en el parque.</em></li>\n  <li>Let’s fly the kite in the park.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi hijo recibió un </em><em><strong>cometa</strong></em><em> por su cumpleaños.</em></li>\n  <li>My son got a kite for his birthday.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Alberca</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Piscina</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Swimming pool. <em>Alberca</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>piscina</em> is the standard in Spain, although both terms are understood in both countries.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>alberca</strong></em><em> de nuestro hotel está muy grande.</em></li>\n  <li>The pool at our hotel is very big.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>piscina</strong></em><em> de la casa de Pedro está vacía.</em></li>\n  <li>The swimming pool at Pedro’s house is empty.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Frijoles</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Judías</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Beans. <em>Frijoles</em> is the term used in Mexico, while <em>judías</em> (or sometimes <em>alubias</em>) is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Los </em><em><strong>frijoles</strong></em><em> charros son mi platillo favorito.</em></li>\n  <li>Charro beans (bean stew) are my favorite dish.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Hoy cocinaré </em><em><strong>judías</strong></em><em> con chorizo.</em></li>\n  <li>Today I will cook beans with chorizo.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Hielera</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Nevera portátil</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Cooler, as in an insulated box used to keep items cold. <em>Hielera</em> is used in Mexico, and <em>nevera portátil</em> in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Lleva la </em><em><strong>hielera</strong></em><em> a la playa para mantener las bebidas frías.</em></li>\n  <li>Take the cooler to the beach to keep the drinks cold.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>No olvides la </em><em><strong>nevera portátil</strong></em><em> para el picnic.</em></li>\n  <li>Don’t forget the cooler for the picnic.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cacahuate</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Maní</strong></em>\n  <p></p>\n  <p>Peanut. <em>Cacahuate</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>maní</em> is more common in Spain.</p>\n</h4>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Me encantan los </em><em><strong>cacahuates</strong></em><em> como botana.</em></li>\n  <li>I love peanuts as a snack.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Compré </em><em><strong>maní</strong></em><em> salado para la fiesta.</em></li>\n  <li>I bought salted peanuts for the party.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Boleto</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Entrada</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Ticket, as for an event. <em>Boleto</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>entrada</em> is the term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Ya compré los </em><em><strong>boletos</strong></em><em> para el concierto.</em></li>\n  <li>I already bought the tickets for the concert.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>¿Cuánto cuesta la </em><em><strong>entrada</strong></em><em> al museo?</em></li>\n  <li>How much is the ticket to the museum?</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Chamarra</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Anorak</strong></em></h4>\n<p>A type of heavy jacket. <em>Chamarra</em> is broadly used in Mexico for jackets, and <em>anorak</em> specifically refers to a weatherproof jacket in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Usa tu </em><em><strong>chamarra</strong></em><em> porque va a hacer frío.</em></li>\n  <li>Wear your jacket because it’s going to be cold.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Lleva un </em><em><strong>anorak</strong></em><em> por si llueve en la montaña.</em></li>\n  <li>Take a windbreaker in case it rains in the mountains.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Pastel</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Tarta</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Cake. <em>Pastel</em> is the preferred term in Mexico, while <em>tarta</em> is commonly used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>pastel</strong></em><em> de chocolate es mi favorito.</em></li>\n  <li>Chocolate cake is my favorite.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Hice una </em><em><strong>tarta</strong></em><em> de manzana para el postre.</em></li>\n  <li>I made an apple pie for dessert.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Departamento</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Piso</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Apartment. <em>Departamento</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>piso</em> is the term for an apartment in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vivo en un </em><em><strong>departamento</strong></em><em> en el centro de la ciudad.</em></li>\n  <li>I live in an apartment in the city center.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>piso</strong></em><em> tiene tres habitaciones.</em></li>\n  <li>My apartment has three bedrooms.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cajuela</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Maletero</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Trunk of a car. <em>Cajuela</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>maletero</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Guarda las maletas en la </em><em><strong>cajuela</strong></em><em> del carro.</em></li>\n  <li>Put the suitcases in the car’s trunk.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>maletero</strong></em><em> está lleno de equipaje.</em></li>\n  <li>The trunk is full of luggage.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Claxon</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Bocina</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Horn, as in a car horn. <em>Claxon</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>bocina</em> can refer to any speaker or horn in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Toca el </em><em><strong>claxon</strong></em><em> para que sepan que hemos llegado.</em></li>\n  <li>Honk the horn so they know we’ve arrived.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Usó la </em><em><strong>bocina</strong></em><em> para alertar al otro conductor.</em></li>\n  <li>He used the horn to alert the other driver.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Abarrotes</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Comestibles</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Groceries. <em>Abarrotes</em> is a term commonly used in Mexico, whereas <em>comestibles</em> is more generic and used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a la tienda de </em><em><strong>abarrotes</strong></em><em> por algunos ingredientes.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to the grocery store for some ingredients.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Compré varios </em><em><strong>comestibles</strong></em><em> para la semana.</em></li>\n  <li>I bought various groceries for the week.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Pluma</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Bolígrafo</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Pen. <em>Pluma</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>bolígrafo</em> is the preferred in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Necesito una </em><em><strong>pluma</strong></em><em> para firmar el documento.</em></li>\n  <li>I need a pen to sign the document.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Se me ha gastado la tinta del </em><em><strong>bolígrafo</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>My pen has run out of ink.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Computadora</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Ordenador</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Computer. <em>Computadora</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>ordenador</em> is the term used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>computadora</strong></em><em> está muy lenta hoy.</em></li>\n  <li>My computer is very slow today.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>He comprado un </em><em><strong>ordenador</strong></em><em> nuevo para el trabajo.</em></li>\n  <li>I’ve bought a new computer for work.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Barato</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Cutre</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Cheap. In Spain, <em>cutre</em> is used to describe something that’s bad quality or cheap, while <em>barato</em> is the common word for “cheap” all over Latin America.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Encontré estos zapatos muy </em><em><strong>baratos</strong></em><em> en la tienda.</em></li>\n  <li>I found these shoes for very cheap at the store.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El hotel era bastante </em><em><strong>cutre</strong></em><em>, todo se veía viejo y descuidado.</em></li>\n  <li>The hotel was quite shabby, everything looked old and neglected.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Lana</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Pasta</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Money (slang). <em>Lana</em> is a colloquial term in Mexico, while <em>pasta</em> is slang for money in Spain. Both places also use <em>dinero</em> as the standard term for money.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Necesito ganar más </em><em><strong>lana</strong></em><em> para mis gastos.</em></li>\n  <li>I neeed to earn more money for my expenses.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>No tengo suficiente </em><em><strong>pasta</strong></em><em> para comprar un coche nuevo.</em></li>\n  <li>I don’t have enough money to buy a new car.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Chamba</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Curro</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Work or job (slang). <em>Chamba</em> is a casual term in Mexico, while <em>curro</em> is commonly used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Finalmente conseguí </em><em><strong>chamba</strong></em><em> en una empresa grande.</em></li>\n  <li>I finally got a job at a large company.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Estoy buscando un </em><em><strong>curro</strong></em><em> mejor pagado.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m looking for a petter-paying job.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Peda</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Juerga</strong></em></h4>\n<p>A party or drinking session. <em>Peda</em> is slang in Mexico for a party with alcohol, while <em>juerga</em> is used in Spain for a lively party or night out.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a organizar una </em><em><strong>peda</strong></em><em> este fin de semana.</em></li>\n  <li>We’re going to throw a party this weekend.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Salimos de </em><em><strong>juerga</strong></em><em> hasta las seis de la mañana.</em></li>\n  <li>We went out partying until six in the morning.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Botana</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Merienda</strong></em></h4>\n<p>A light meal or snack. <em>Botana</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>merienda</em> is used in Spain for a light afternoon meal.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a preparar unas </em><em><strong>botanas</strong></em><em> para el viaje.</em></li>\n  <li>Let’s prepare some snacks for the trip.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Tomamos la </em><em><strong>merienda</strong></em><em> a las cinco.</em></li>\n  <li>We have our afternoon snack at five.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Estufa</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Cocina</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Stove. <em>Estufa</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>cocina</em> in Spain can refer to both the stove and the kitchen as a whole.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>estufa</strong></em><em> no está funcionando bien.</em></li>\n  <li>The stove isn’t working well.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a calentar esta tortilla en la </em><em><strong>cocina</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to reheat this Spanish tortilla in the stove.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Echar la hueva</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Tocar la guitarra</strong></em></h4>\n<p>To laze around. <em>Echar la hueva</em> is a very casual expression in Mexico for doing nothing, while <em>tocar la guitarra</em> literally means to play the guitar but can colloquially mean to waste time in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Me voy a quedar en casa </em><em><strong>echando la hueva</strong></em><em> todo el día.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to stay home and laze around all day.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Se pasó la tarde </em><em><strong>tocando la guitarra</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>He spent the afternoon lazing around.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Helado</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Mantecado</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Ice cream. <em>Helado</em> is the general term used in Mexico, while <em>mantecado</em> is a specific type of ice cream popular in Spain, traditionally made from cream.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a comer un </em><em><strong>helado</strong></em><em> para refrescarnos.</em></li>\n  <li>Let’s eat some ice cream to cool off.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Prefiero el </em><em><strong>mantecado</strong></em><em> de vainilla a cualquier otro sabor.</em></li>\n  <li>I prefer vanilla ice cream over any other flavor.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Mameluco</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Mono</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Jumpsuit or overalls. <em>Mameluco</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>mono</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Los mecánicos usan </em><em><strong>mamelucos</strong></em><em> para trabajar.</em></li>\n  <li>Mechanics use overalls to work.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Compré un </em><em><strong>mono</strong></em><em> nuevo para la fiesta de mañana.</em></li>\n  <li>I bought a new jumpsuit for the party.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Alcancía</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Hucha</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Piggy bank. <em>Alcancía</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>hucha</em> is the term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Guardo mis ahorros en una </em><em><strong>alcancía</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>I keep my savings in a piggy bank.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Tengo algo de dinero ahorrado en la </em><em><strong>hucha</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>I have some money saved in the piggy bank.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Llanta</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Neumático</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Tire. <em>Llanta</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>neumático</em> is preferred in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Necesito cambiar las </em><em><strong>llantas</strong></em><em> del coche.</em></li>\n  <li>I need to change the car’s tires.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Revisé los </em><em><strong>neumáticos</strong></em><em> antes de salir a carretera.</em></li>\n  <li>I checked the tires before hitting the road.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Foco</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Bombilla</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Lightbulb. <em>Foco</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>bombilla</em> is the term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Se fundió el </em><em><strong>foco</strong></em><em> del baño.</em></li>\n  <li>The bathroom lightbulb burned out.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a cambiar la </em><em><strong>bombilla</strong></em><em> de la cocina.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to change the kitchen lightbulb.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Popote</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Pajita</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Straw. <em>Popote</em> is commonly used in Mexico, while <em>pajita</em> is the preferred term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Por favor, pon un </em><em><strong>popote</strong></em><em> en mi bebida.</em></li>\n  <li>Please put a straw in my drink.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>¿Me das una </em><em><strong>pajita</strong></em><em> para el zumo?</em></li>\n  <li>Can you give me a straw for the juice?</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cochera</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Garaje</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Garage. <em>Cochera</em> is often used in Mexico, while <em>garaje</em> is the standard term in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Guarda el carro en la </em><em><strong>cochera</strong></em><em>.</em></li>\n  <li>Park the car in the garage.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Mi </em><em><strong>garaje</strong></em><em> está lleno de herramientas.</em></li>\n  <li>My garage is full of tools.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Banqueta</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Acera</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Sidewalk. <em>Banqueta</em> is used in Mexico and <em>acera</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>No camines por la </em><em><strong>banqueta</strong></em><em> rota.</em></li>\n  <li><em>Don’t walk on the broken sidewalk.</em></li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>acera</strong></em><em> está muy resbaladiza por la lluvia.</em></li>\n  <li>Meaning</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Piloncillo</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Panela</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Unrefined sugar. <em>Piloncillo</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>panela</em> is known in Spain. <em>Panela</em> in Mexico refers to a type of white cheese.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Añade </em><em><strong>piloncillo</strong></em><em> al café para darle un sabor especial.</em></li>\n  <li>Add unrefined sugar to the coffee to give it a special flavor.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>panela</strong></em><em> es más saludable que el azúcar blanco.</em></li>\n  <li><strong>Panela</strong> is healthier than white sugar.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Cierre</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Cremallera</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Zipper. <em>Cierre</em> is often used in Mexico, while <em>cremallera</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>cierre</strong></em><em> de mi mochila se atascó.</em></li>\n  <li>The zipper on my backpack is stuck.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Necesito reparar la </em><em><strong>cremallera</strong></em><em> de mi chaqueta.</em></li>\n  <li>I need to fix the zipper on my jacket.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Sala</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Salón</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Living room. <em>Sala</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>salón</em> is often used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Vamos a redecorar la </em><em><strong>sala</strong></em><em> este fin de semana.</em></li>\n  <li>We’re going to redecorate the living room this weekend.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>salón</strong></em><em> tiene unas vistas hermosas al jardín.</em></li>\n  <li>The living room has beautiful views of the garden.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Hule</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Goma</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Rubber. <em>Hule</em> is used in Mexico, while <em>goma</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>El </em><em><strong>hule</strong></em><em> de la ventana está roto y entra agua.</em></li>\n  <li>The window’s rubber seal is broken and water is leaking in.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>He comprado una nueva </em><em><strong>goma</strong></em><em> para el limpiabrisas.</em></li>\n  <li>I’ve bought a new rubber for the windshield wiper.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Manejar</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Conducir</strong></em></h4>\n<p>To drive. <em>Manejar</em> is the standard term in Mexico, while <em>manejar</em> is more common in Spain, although both are understood in both countries.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>¿Sabes </em><em><strong>manejar</strong></em><em> este tipo de coche?</em></li>\n  <li>Do you know how to drive this type of car?</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Aprendí a </em><em><strong>conducir</strong></em><em> a los 18 años.</em></li>\n  <li>I learned to drive at 18 years old.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Camioneta</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Furgoneta</strong></em></h4>\n<p>Van. <em>Camioneta</em> or van are commonly used in Mexico, while <em>furgoneta</em> is used in Spain.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Alquilamos una </em><em><strong>camioneta</strong></em><em> para el viaje.</em></li>\n  <li>We rented a van for the trip.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>La </em><em><strong>furgoneta</strong></em><em> está cargada con los paquetes.</em></li>\n  <li>The van is loaded with the packages.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<h4><em><strong>Tomar</strong></em><strong> vs. </strong><em><strong>Coger</strong></em></h4>\n<p>To take. In Mexico, <em>tomar</em> is the verb for “to take” and also “to drink.” In Spain, <em>coger</em> is the verb for “to take.” However, in Latin America, <em>coger</em> also means to have sex, so you might get a few stares if you use this verb in Latin America.</p>\n<p><strong>Mexican Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a </em><em><strong>tomar</strong></em><em> un vuelo hacia Madrid.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to take a flight to Madrid.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>Spain Spanish</strong></p>\n<ul>\n  <li><em>Voy a </em><em><strong>coger</strong></em><em> el autobús para ir al centro.</em></li>\n  <li>I’m going to take the bus to go downtown.</li>\n</ul>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-video\">Spanish Spanish vs. Mexican Spanish video</h2>\n<p>Sometimes, you just gotta see and hear something for it to fully click. Reading</p>\n<p><iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https://www.youtube.com/embed/QKCch4lEMJ4?si=oCcKdE0SAdkrQI9L\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen></iframe></p>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-faqs\">FAQs</h2>\n<h3><strong>Is it better to learn Spain Spanish or Mexican Spanish?</strong></h3>\n<p>Whether to learn Spain Spanish or Mexican Spanish is up to your goals and context. If you plan to live in or have extensive family or business in Spain, then learning Spain Spanish might be more helpful. On the other hand, Mexican Spanish is the most common Spanish spoken in the United States and is very similar to most Latin American Spanish, so knowing it will be helpful even outside of Mexico. Those who interact more with Spanish speakers in the United States and Latin America will find Mexican Spanish much more practical.</p>\n<h3><strong>Why is Spanish in Spain different?</strong></h3>\n<p>Spanish in Spain is different from Spanish in Latin America mostly due to historical developments and geographic isolation. After the Spanish colonization of the Americas, the language in the New World began to evolve independently, incorporating indigenous and African languages. These local languages influenced the vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar of Spanish. In Spain, other European languages and historical events like the Reconquista influenced modern Peninsular Spanish.</p>\n<h3><strong>What kind of Spanish is most commonly spoken?</strong></h3>\n<p>Mexican Spanish is the most common variety of Spanish in the world, with around 130 million speakers. The United States is the second country with the most speakers, with about 57 million of them. Then, Colombia comes in third place with 52 million speakers. Spain is the fourth country with the most speakers, virtually tied with Argentina, each with around 46 million speakers.</p>\n<h3><strong>What is the clearest dialect of Spanish?</strong></h3>\n<p>The concept of a “clearest” dialect can be subjective and varies depending on the listener’s background. However, many consider Colombian Spanish, particularly the dialect from Bogotá, to be one of the clearest because of its careful pronunciation, relatively neutral accent, and slow pace. This reputation makes it a popular choice for Spanish learners and is often used in language teaching.</p>\n<p></p>\n<p><br /></p>\n<h2 id=\"cat-conclusion\">Keep exploring the many facets of Spanish</h2>\n<p>With <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish-speaking-countries-capitals\" target=\"_blank\">21 Spanish-speaking countries</a> and over 500 million speakers worldwide, Spanish is one of the most fascinating languages out there. The difference between Spanish in Spain and Mexico is a testament to the many flavors of the language, which is packed with a unique flair in every country. Wanna learn more? Check out our guide to <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-spanish-vs-puerto-rican-spanish\" target=\"_blank\">Mexican vs. Puerto Rican Spanish</a> for another example of the regional variations of the language!</p>\n<p>And if you’re still interested in learning even more about Spanish, then check out our <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/spanish\" target=\"_blank\">Spanish blog</a>! We regularly publish helpful guides on cultural and vocabulary topics, like our <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/mexican-wedding-traditions-customs-rituals\" target=\"_blank\">guide to Mexican wedding traditions</a> and our guide to <a href=\"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/job-interview-questions-spanish\" target=\"_blank\">acing a job interview in Spanish</a>.</p>","image":{"description":null,"url":"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/bltbeebc4701c43be51/6620635f243a4fdc2a83a3d6/Mexican-Spanish-vs.-Spain-Spanish.jpg"},"seo":[{"meta_description":"","meta_title":"","no_follow":false,"no_index":false,"canonical":""}],"author":[{"author_name":"Marco Monroy","author_type":"Person","profile_image":{"url":"https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/bltacc1a01c4d280f24/blt72aa62b5e0baa073/629b66377e445a4356bd796e/photo.jpg"},"author_link":{"href":"https://www.berlitz.com/blog/author/marco-monroy"},"social_link":[{"social_platform":"Linkedin","profile_link":{"href":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/marco-monroy/"}}]}],"editor":[],"category":[{"url":"/blog","title":"All"},{"url":"/blog/spanish","title":"Spanish"}],"page_parent":[{"url":"/blog","uid":"bltd6b236896e9ea7d6","title":"All"}],"related_articles":[{"uid":"blta24053c4b44f5be4"},{"uid":"blt0cb0179a40fc0528"},{"uid":"blt5148aff3808a5323"}]}},"staticQueryHashes":["1271460761","1503605387","1590406072","2094563343","2095697357","2255537454","2791933573","692030627","844383502"]}