General
camión
What does camión mean?
In Mexican usage, the everyday word for a city or intercity bus (elsewhere it means truck).
"Voy a tomar el camión a la escuela."
Origin
Standard 'camión' (truck) shifted to mean 'bus' in Mexico.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'camión' mean in Mexico?
In Mexico it's the everyday word for a bus, both city and intercity.
Does 'camión' mean bus or truck?
In Mexico it means bus, but in most other Spanish-speaking countries it means truck.
How do you use 'camión'?
You use it for catching a bus, e.g. 'Voy a tomar el camión' (I'm going to take the bus).
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