Language of Mexico
Spanish became the main language in Mexico after Spanish explorers and settlers arrived in the early 1500s. The language was brought by the Spanish during the time of colonization, when Spain ruled over the land that is now Mexico. As Spanish colonization spread, the spanish language was taught to the local people, and it slowly replaced many native languages that had been spoken for hundreds of years. Spanish was used in the government, schools, and churches, making it the most common language. Although many native languages still exist, Spanish became the language that most people in Mexico now speak in their daily lives.
Today, Spanish in Mexico has developed in a unique way. It is still based on the Spanish brought over from Spain, but over time it has changed and grown to include many new words and expressions. Some of these words come from native languages, like Nahuatl, and have become part of everyday speech. Mexican Spanish also has its own slang and ways of speaking that are different from the Spanish spoken in other countries. While Spanish is the main language, many people in Mexico still speak native languages, and this mix helps make the way people speak in Mexico special.
Listen to Common Mexican Spanish Phrases
Here is a short audio clip of common Spanish expressions you might hear or use in Mexico:
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