How to Say ‘Do you speak English?’ in Mexican Spanish
¿Habla inglés?
💬 Usage Tip: Useful for navigating language gaps; remember the inverted question mark at the start!
🇲🇽 In Mexico: Many Mexicans, especially in touristy areas, have some understanding of English.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Habla
[AH-blah]
Do you speak
Used to ask someone if they are able to converse in a certain language.
Pregunté '¿Habla inglés?' al llegar al hotel.
I asked 'Do you speak English?' upon arriving at the hotel.
inglés
[een-GLES]
English
The language of England, widely spoken globally.
Pregunté '¿Habla inglés?' al llegar al hotel.
I asked 'Do you speak English?' upon arriving at the hotel.
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