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How to Pronounce Mexico
MEK-sih-koh
/ˈmɛksɪkoʊ/
Syllable Breakdown
MEKsihkoh
MEK-sih-koh in English. In Spanish: MEH-hee-koh — the 'x' makes an 'h' sound!
How Locals Say It
México
México = MEH-hee-koh (Spanish, 'x' = 'h')
Common Mistakes
MEK-sih-koh (correct in English)MEX-ee-koh
Fun Fact About the Name
In Spanish, Mexico is spelled 'México' and the 'x' is pronounced like an English 'h' — MEH-hee-koh. This is why Spanish-speakers sometimes write it as 'Méjico.' Mexico is a World Cup co-host for 2026, their third hosting stint.
Mexico at World Cup 2026
Mexico competes in the CONCACAF confederation.
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