This list covers 30 Mexican words starting with the letter D, running from “De aquellas” to “Descontrol”. You’ll find everyday nouns, playful idioms, and a few slang terms that pop up in casual conversation, sports talk, and even politics. Many of them describe chaos, courtesy titles, or quick everyday actions, and Mexicans use them constantly at home, at the market, and among friends.

Mexican words are terms and expressions shaped by Mexico’s unique blend of Spanish, Indigenous languages, and regional slang. Many carry cultural weight, like “destape,” a term tied to the old tradition of Mexico’s PRI party revealing its next presidential candidate. Others, like “doña” and “don,” show respect through simple titles used every day across the country.

Below you’ll find the table with the word, its English translation, part of speech, an example sentence, and a short description.

Word: the Mexican Spanish term itself, spelled exactly as it’s used, so you can recognize it right away in speech or text.

English Translation: a quick English equivalent that helps you understand the word’s core meaning without needing a full dictionary lookup.

Part of Speech: tells you whether the word functions as a noun, verb, idiom, adjective, or adverb, so you can use it correctly in a sentence.

Example Usage: a natural sentence showing the word in context, giving you a real sense of how Mexicans actually say it.

Description: a deeper explanation of the word’s meaning, tone, and cultural background, helping you understand when and why it’s used.

Mexican words

WordEnglish TranslationPart of SpeechExample Usage
De aquellasAmazing, awesomeIdiomEsa fiesta estuvo de aquellas.
DesmadreMess, chaosNounLa fiesta se convirtió en un desmadre.
DespapayeChaos, uproarNounSe armó un despapaye en el mercado.
DizqueSupposedly, allegedlyAdverbDizque va a llover hoy.
DedazoHand-picking (political)NounEl candidato llegó al poder por dedazo.
DestapeUnveilingNounEl destape del candidato sorprendió a todos.
DescontónSucker punchNounLe dieron un descontón sin avisar.
DoñaMrs., ma’amNounDoña María vende tamales en la esquina.
DonMr., sirNounDon Pedro es el dueño de la tienda.
DuendeGoblin, elfNounLos niños dicen que un duende vive en el cerro.
DanzónDanzón (a dance)NounBailaron danzón en la plaza principal.
DiablitoLittle devil, hand truckNounUsó un diablito para mover las cajas.
DobleteBrace, doubleNounEl delantero anotó un doblete.
De pilónAs a bonusIdiomMe dieron una torta y de pilón un refresco.
De leyFor sure, definitelyIdiomEse taco está de ley.
De voladaQuickly, right awayIdiomVoy de volada a la tienda.
DesparpajoEase, boldnessNounHabló con tanto desparpajo que sorprendió a todos.
DescuentoDiscountNounHay un descuento del veinte por ciento.
DesayunoBreakfastNounEl desayuno mexicano incluye chilaquiles.
DulceCandy, sweetNounLos niños compraron dulces mexicanos.
DomingoSundayNounLos domingos se come en familia.
DineroMoneyNounNo tengo dinero para el camión.
DiabloDevilNounSe disfrazó de diablo para la fiesta.
DietaDietNounEstá a dieta desde enero.
DedoFingerNounSe lastimó el dedo cortando limón.
Dar el aviónTo string someone alongIdiomLe dieron el avión y nunca resolvieron nada.
DescachalandradoSloppy, disheveledAdjectiveLlegó todo descachalandrado a la boda.
DerrapeSkidNounEl coche hizo un derrape en la curva.
DiarioDaily, newspaperNounLee el diario cada mañana.
DescontrolChaos, lack of controlNounHubo un descontrol total en el concierto.

Descriptions

De aquellas
Mexican slang used to describe something excellent or thrilling, often said with enthusiasm about an experience or event.
Desmadre
A widely used informal word for chaos, disorder, or a disorganized mess, common in everyday Mexican speech.
Despapaye
A folksy Mexican colloquialism for confusion or commotion, similar to desmadre but with a more old-fashioned flavor.
Dizque
A casual contraction of “dice que” used across Mexico to express doubt or skepticism about something claimed.
Dedazo
Mexican political slang for when a leader personally hand-picks a successor instead of letting voters or a party choose.
Destape
Refers to the public reveal of a political candidate, a term historically tied to Mexico’s PRI party tradition.
Descontón
Slang for a sudden, unexpected hit or blow, used for both literal punches and figurative sneak attacks.
Doña
A respectful title placed before a woman’s first name, very common in everyday Mexican conversation.
Don
A respectful title used before a man’s first name to show esteem, seniority, or courtesy.
Duende
A small mischievous spirit from Mexican and broader Hispanic folklore, often blamed for pranks or lost objects.
Danzón
A traditional ballroom dance and music style especially popular in Veracruz and Mexico City.
Diablito
In Mexico this can mean a hand truck for moving boxes, or affectionately describe a mischievous child.
Doblete
Sports slang for scoring two goals or notching two wins in a single match or event.
De pilón
A common expression meaning something extra was thrown in for free on top of what was already given.
De ley
Slang affirming that something is genuine, reliable, or excellent beyond any doubt.
De volada
An informal way of saying something will be done fast or without any delay.
Desparpajo
Describes a carefree, confident, sometimes cheeky way of speaking or acting without embarrassment.
Descuento
The everyday word for a price reduction, used constantly in shops and markets across Mexico.
Desayuno
The first meal of the day, often featuring dishes like chilaquiles, huevos rancheros, or tamales.
Dulce
Refers to traditional Mexican candies, frequently made with tamarind, chili, or fruit, sold at markets and stands.
Domingo
The day of the week traditionally reserved for family gatherings and big shared meals in Mexico.
Dinero
The everyday word for money, used the same way across Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries.
Diablo
Refers to the devil of Christian folklore, a figure that also appears in Mexican festival and Day of the Dead imagery.
Dieta
Refers to a food regimen, most often mentioned in conversations about health or weight loss.
Dedo
The everyday word for finger; also used in the Mexican slang phrase “pedir dedo,” meaning to hitchhike.
Dar el avión
Mexican slang for pretending to agree with or listen to someone without any real intention of following through.
Descachalandrado
A colorful colloquial adjective describing someone looking messy, untidy, or poorly put together.
Derrape
Refers to a vehicle skidding or sliding out of control, often on wet pavement or a sharp curve.
Diario
Can mean a daily newspaper, or as an adjective describe something that happens every single day.
Descontrol
Describes a situation of total disorder, similar to desmadre but used in slightly more neutral or formal contexts.
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