chiapas: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
C1/C2Formal, academic, geographical.
Quick answer
What does “chiapas” mean?
A state located in southeastern Mexico.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A state located in southeastern Mexico.
Often used metonymically to refer to the indigenous cultures, political struggles, or coffee-producing region associated with that Mexican state.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in usage; knowledge of the term correlates more with education level and interest in geography/politics than with national variety of English.
Connotations
Neutral geographical reference; potential political/activist connotations depending on context.
Frequency
Low-frequency term in general English; higher frequency in academic contexts (geography, Latin American studies, political science).
Grammar
How to Use “chiapas” in a Sentence
[be] located in Chiapas[verb of origin] from Chiapas[verb of action] in ChiapasVocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “chiapas” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The Chiapas highlands are incredibly biodiverse.
- Chiapas coffee is renowned for its quality.
American English
- A Chiapas-based organization issued the report.
- Chiapas culture is rich and varied.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in contexts of trade (e.g., 'Chiapas coffee exports').
Academic
Common in geography, anthropology, political science, and Latin American studies.
Everyday
Rare, except among those with specific interest in travel, coffee, or politics.
Technical
Used in geographical and political reports.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “chiapas”
Neutral
Weak
Vocabulary
Antonyms of “chiapas”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “chiapas”
- Misspelling as 'Chiappas' or 'Chiapes'.
- Mispronouncing the first syllable as /kaɪ/ (like 'chi' in 'chiropractic').
- Using without a capital letter.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, Chiapas is a state within the country of Mexico.
In British English, it's roughly /tʃɪˈæpəs/ (chi-AP-as). In American English, it's often /tʃiˈɑpəs/ (chee-AH-pas).
Due to its history of indigenous activism, notably the Zapatista rebellion, and issues surrounding poverty, land rights, and social justice.
Coffee is one of the most famous agricultural exports from the Chiapas region.
A state located in southeastern Mexico.
Chiapas is usually formal, academic, geographical. in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'Cheap' + 'Pass' -> You need a cheap pass to travel to Chiapas.
Conceptual Metaphor
CHIAPAS IS A PLACE OF CONFLICT/CHIAPAS IS A SOURCE (e.g., of coffee, of political movement).
Practice
Quiz
What is Chiapas primarily known as?