Read the following summary of cultural information from “Capítulo 2”, then answer the questions.

Question

The capital of Mexico, Mexico City, is Mexico’s largest city where people with all different kinds of interests can spend their leisure time. For one thing, it is an important historical city that houses many museums and other historical sites, as well as the famous plaza el Zócalo. Here people can visit the Palacio Nacional, a government building that is also home to some of Diego Rivera’s famous murals. Even more ancient is the Templo Mayor, which is an archeological site that contains preserved ruins from the Aztec empire.
For people who want to spend time with their cuates, or friends, the Coyoacán neighborhood is perfect for walking around and observing colorful houses, as well as visiting literary coffee shops and listening to live music. There are also plenty of outdoor activities to do like running or biking in one of the city’s many parks. Additionally, there are also plenty of nightlife options for enjoying local or international cuisine, bars, theaters, and more. For those who enjoy listening to Mariachi bands, people congregate in the Plaza Garibaldi to hear different groups play traditional Mariachi songs. It goes without saying that there is something for everyone to enjoy in Mexico City.

What is another word Mexicans use for ‘friend’?

Answer 1

Cuate is a word that means ‘friend’ in Mexico.