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peso mexicano
PEH-soh meh-hee-KAH-noh
Definition
1
The official currency of Mexico, symbolized as MXN and divided into 100 centavos.
2
A unit of Mexican money often featuring colorful banknotes with historical figures and landmarks, known for its tequila-fueled market swings.
Examples
El peso mexicano subió hoy, así que invité a todos a tacos.
The Mexican peso rose today, so I treated everyone to tacos.
Cambié euros por pesos mexicanos y ya sueño con playas.
I exchanged euros for Mexican pesos and now I'm dreaming of beaches.
Mi portafolio depende del peso mexicano, rezo por estabilidad.
My portfolio rides on the Mexican peso; I pray for stability.
Con diez pesos mexicanos compro un café perfecto en la esquina.
With ten Mexican pesos, I get a perfect coffee from the corner stand.