HeyRuaHow to say “Mexico” in Irish
- Irish:
- Meicsiceo
- English:
- Mexico
- Word type:
- noun
- Gender:
- feminine
- Pronunciation:
- “MEK-shi-koh” /ˈmʲɛcʃəkoː/
Various forms
- Genitive singular:
- Meicsiceo (e.g. muintir Mheicsiceo, the people of Mexico)
What does “Meicsiceo” mean?
- Mexico
- Mexico, a country in North America south of the United States.Also: Mexican Republic, United Mexican states.
“Meicsiceo” in a sentence: Irish examples
Common Irish sentences using Meicsiceo, the Irish word for Mexico.
Tá Meicsiceo i Meiriceá Thuaidh.
Mexico is in North America.
Chaith mé coicís i Meicsiceo anuraidh.
I spent a fortnight in Mexico last year.
Is í Cathair Mheicsiceo príomhchathair na tíre.
Mexico City is the capital of the country.
Tá aeráid the i Meicsiceo.
Mexico has a hot climate.
Ba bhreá liom cuairt a thabhairt ar Mheicsiceo.
I would love to visit Mexico.
Is í an Spáinnis teanga Mheicsiceo.
Spanish is the language of Mexico.
Tháinig mo chara ó Mheicsiceo inné.
My friend came from Mexico yesterday.
Other nouns in Irish
More everyday Irish nouns to learn next.
Mexico in Irish: frequently asked questions
What is the Irish for Mexico?
The Irish for Mexico is Meicsiceo (pronounced “MEK-shi-koh”). It’s a feminine noun.
How do you pronounce Meicsiceo in Irish?
Meicsiceo is said like “MEK-shi-koh” (IPA /ˈmʲɛcʃəkoː/).
Does Meicsiceo have a plural?
No. Meicsiceo is a name, so it is used in the singular only.
How do I say 'a Mexican' in Irish?
A Mexican person is Meicsiceach, and the adjective is also Meicsiceach, as in bia Meicsiceach (Mexican food).
Do I use the article with Meicsiceo?
No, Meicsiceo is used without the article: i Meicsiceo (in Mexico), go Meicsiceo (to Mexico).
