What is another word for mayan?
Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ɪ͡ən] (IPA) 
The word "Mayan" is usually used to refer to the indigenous peoples of Mexico's Yucatán Peninsula, Guatemala, Belize and Honduras. However, there are synonyms for "Mayan" that refer to the same or similar things. For instance, you could use the word "Mesoamerican" to describe the ancient civilizations of Central America, including the Maya. Additionally, you could use "Yucatec" to describe the indigenous people who live in the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, or "K'iche'" for the indigenous people who live in the western highlands of Guatemala. Whatever synonym you use, it's important to be accurate and culturally sensitive when referring to indigenous peoples.
