How to pronounce “Tajín”
Hear how “Tajín (chili-lime seasoning brand)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | chili-lime seasoning brand |
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| Syllables | ta · jín (2) |
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| Stress | The written accent marks the stress: JÍN. |
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| IPA | /ta.ˈxin/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: Stress the end: tah-HEEN, not "TAH-jin".
- j is a breathy h, a little raspier than English h.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: J, G and X · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Ponle Tajín al mango.Put Tajín on the mango.
El Tajín lleva chile, limón y sal.Tajín has chili, lime and salt.
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