What are some Mexican sayings?

What are some Mexican sayings?

• Mexican proverbs or sayings are popularly known and repeated through generations.
• Al mal tiempo, buena cara.
• A caballo regalado, no se le ven los dientes.
• A fuerza, ni los zapatos entran.
• Ahogado el niño, tapando el pozo.
• Al mal paso, darle prisa.
• Al mal tiempo, buena cara.
• A mí la muerte me pela los dientes.

Is Guey a bad word?

Go anywhere in Mexico City and you can hear someone calling someone else “guey,” which means “ox” or “slow-witted.” The word, also spelled buey, once was an insult, but it has morphed over years of popular use to become Mexico’s version of “dude” or “bro.”

What is considered rude in Mexico?

Don’t show signs of discomfort, which would be considered rude by your Mexican counterpart. Mexicans often “hold” a gesture (a handshake, a squeeze of the arm, a hug) longer than Americans and Canadians do. It is considered rude to stand around with your hands in your pockets.

Is it rude to speak Spanish at a Mexican restaurant?

I would, of course, advise first making sure that the staff speaks Spanish, as this is not always the case w/r/t ‘Mexican’ restaurants in the U.S. As long as you’re not speaking in a mocking or condescending manner (in other words, you’re making a SINCERE attempt to speak the language), it should go over fine.

What should you not say in Mexico?

11 Things Tourists Should Never Say in Mexico City

• “I’ll have a Tecate, please.”
• “Le voy al América.” (I support Club América [a Mexican football team].)
• “I’m American.”
• “I love South America!”
• “Una quesadilla sin queso, por favor.” (A cheeseless quesadilla, please.)
• “I love burritos!”
• “Do you speak Mexican?”
• “I don’t have change.”

What can you not do in Mexico?

11 Things You Should Never Do in Mexico, Ever

• Don’t drink the water.
• Don’t drink on the street.
• Don’t reach for the hot sauce.
• Don’t be impatient.
• Don’t forget to tip.
• Don’t criticize Mexican food.
• Don’t miss out on the markets.
• Don’t flash your valuables.

Where should I not go in Mexico?

The 12 Most Dangerous Cities in Mexico to Avoid at All Costs

• Mazatlan. The State Department has warned citizens about traveling to this region.
• Reynosa. Many people travel through Reynosa, Mexico, to get to the U.S. | John Moore/ Getty Images.
• Tepic. The U.S. government doesn’t want its citizens to visit Tepic.
• Ciudad Obregón.
• Chihuahua.
• Ciudad Juarez.
• Culiacán.
• Ciudad Victoria.

Can you wear shorts in Mexico?

Overall, Mexicans are very tolerant, especially towards foreigners. If you’re a woman, a lot of people will tell you “don’t wear shorts in Mexico because Mexican women rarely wear them” and that’s true. But if shorts are what makes you feel comfortable, by all means wear them.

What self defense weapons are legal in Mexico?

7 weapons that the Mexican Government approved for ownership for self-defense

• Glock 9 x 19. Description:
• Jericho 941F. Description:
• Semi-automatic P2226 Tacops. Description:
• SIG SAUER P320. Description:
• Pietro Bereta 92 FS. Description:
• Herstal FNP9. Description:
• SIG SAUER P250 compact. Description:

How can I protect myself from Mexico?

Ways to Protect yourself in Mexico

1. Stay in well traveled areas.
2. Avoid driving at night and traveling alone.
3. Don’t drink and drive.
4. Don’t purchase or use any illegal drugs.
5. Don’t seek out the most remote camping locations, or surfing beaches.
6. Tourists who are drunk in public are also an easy mark for criminals.

Is it legal to take a gun into Mexico?

There aren’t open carry or concealed carry rights in Mexico. You can bring a gun in for the purposes of hunting or sports shooting by paying a fee and submitting an application in advance. The US State Department advises applying for a permit before checking in at the Mexican border.

Can I bring a pistol to Mexico?

Civilian gun ownership is illegal under Mexican law unless the owner purchases the weapon from a special shop run by the country’s Department of Defense. “The Department of State warns all U.S. citizens against taking any type of firearm or ammunition into Mexico,” the U.S. Embassy in Mexico writes on its website.

What age can you buy a gun in Mexico?

There is no minimum age to possess rifles and shotguns in New Mexico. State law prohibits any person under age 18 from hunting with a firearm unless he or she is in possession of a certificate indicating successful completion of a state-approved hunter training course.

Is .38 Super legal in Mexico?

Contrary to popular belief, . 38 Super is not legal in Mexico. . 380 is max for autos, . 38 spl for revolvers.

Can I bring my gun from California to Arizona?

Pretty simple… any free american that can posses a gun can either open or conceal carry. -Even if your not consuming it you can not carry in anyplace the serves alcohol without a permit.

Can I take my gun on a road trip in Texas?

Generally speaking, Texas law allows the transport of a firearm in a motor vehicle or watercraft. However, a person must have a license to carry a handgun (LTC) if they want to have their handgun in plain view (in a shoulder or belt holster) while in their vehicle.

Can I leave a gun in my car at the airport?

Federal law only restricts firearms carry/possession within the secure areas of airports. It simply provides protection from termination (or other employment related issues) for employees that keep a firearm in their car on their employee’s property (with noted exceptions).