How to Say "mayan" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “mayan” is “maya” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
adjectiveA2
Relating to the Maya civilization, people, or architecture
Examples
Visitamos una pirámide maya en nuestras vacaciones.
We visited a Mayan pyramid on our vacation.
El calendario maya es muy complejo y preciso.
The Mayan calendar is very complex and precise.
La civilización maya destacó en la astronomía.
The Mayan civilization excelled in astronomy.
One Form for All
Unlike many Spanish adjectives, 'maya' is the same for both masculine and feminine words. You can say 'el templo maya' or 'la ciudad maya'.
Pluralization
To make it plural, simply add an 's'. Use 'los pueblos mayas' for 'the Mayan peoples'.
The 'Mayo' Mix-up
Mistake: “La cultura mayo.”
Correction: La cultura maya.
Other Meanings of “maya”
“maya” can also mean:
- The language spoken by the Maya people(B1)
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