Monterrey
Definition
A major industrial city and the capital of the state of Nuevo León in northeastern Mexico, known for its scenic mountain backdrop and commercial significance.
A prominent urban center frequently cited as an example of Mexico's economic modernization and rapid development.
Examples
Monterrey es famosa por sus montañas, su carne asada y por hacernos sentir que somos el centro del universo industrial de México.
Monterrey is famous for its mountains, its carne asada, and for making us feel that we are the center of Mexico's industrial universe.
Si quieres convencer a alguien de que el calor extremo es un deporte extremo, solo invítalo a un paseo por las calles de Monterrey en pleno julio.
If you want to convince someone that extreme heat is a extreme sport, just invite them for a walk through the streets of Monterrey in the middle of July.
No puedes decir que conoces el verdadero significado de una carnita asada hasta que te invitan a una reunión legítima en Monterrey bajo el Cerro de la Silla.
You cannot claim to know the true meaning of a 'carnita asada' until you have been invited to a legitimate gathering in Monterrey under the Cerro de la Silla.