Mexican

American  

[mek-si-kuhn] / ˈmɛk sɪ kən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Mexico or its people.

2. of or relating to Spanish as used in Mexico.

3. of or relating to the Nahuatl language or its speakers.

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Mexico, or a person of Mexican descent.

2. Nahuatl.

Mexican British  

/ ˈmɛksɪkən /

adjective

1. of or relating to Mexico or its inhabitants

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noun

1. a native or inhabitant of Mexico

Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

• anti-Mexican
  adjective
• pro-Mexican
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of Mexican

First recorded in 1570–80; from Spanish mexicano, mejicano; see Mexico, -an

Example Sentences

Iran meanwhile have switched their base camp from Tucson, Arizona to the Mexican city of Tijuana, where they touched down early Sunday.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Guest demand growth for Mexican properties was pacing far higher, as of May 26, than other markets on the two nights around matches, according to data tracker AirDNA.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Goalkeepers often age differently than outfield players, and — if given the opportunity — Guillermo Ochoa’s experience in major tournaments could be invaluable for a Mexican team playing all of its group-stage matches at home.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

"Mexico, Mexico!" crowds shouted as they threw their arms in the air, many dressed in the bright green jersey of the Mexican national team.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

My dad is white, and my mom is Mexican.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle