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Mar 2025
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Palabras del Náhuatl que Forman Parte de...

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About this episode

Ever wondered why an avocado is called aguacate or what chocolate originally meant? A lot of the food words we use today actually come from Nahuatl, thanks to the influence of the Mexica Empire. We’re sharing the surprising origins of these everyday words, plus a few funny facts that will make you appreciate your next bite of cacahuates even more!

Key Takeaways:

  • The hidden Nahuatl roots behind common Spanish words
  • Fun facts about food names you probably didn’t know
  • Why Nahuatl remains one of Mexico’s most spoken indigenous languages

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