Spanish to English
Skeleton in Spanish
What is Calaca
A common flower used in decorations for Día de los Muertos
What are "cempasúchil" or the "flower of the dead" (Marigolds)
This Hispanic holiday has been celebrated for 3000 years
What is Día de los Muertos
It is a central element of a Día de los Muertos altar
What is an "ofrenda"
Miguel's family made this clothing item
What are shoes
Spanish word for Skull
What is Calaveras
The name for the colorful, intricately cut tissue paper used as decorations
What is papel picado
The earliest roots of Día de los Muertos can be traced back to these native peoples
What are the Aztecs
These flowers are placed as a pathway on the altar to guide the spirits.
What are marigolds
The instrument that Miguel plays in the Movie
Candle in Spanish
What is Vela
A skull, often seen in decorations
What is a "calavera"
These are used to guide the spirits back to their families, symbolizing hope and remembrance.
What are Candles
These items are often placed on the ofrenda for deceased children.
What are toys and candy commonly included for "angelitos"
$815 million
What is the gross revenue of Coco
Spanish phrase for "Procession of Souls"
What is "Procesión de ánimas"
A traditional sweet bread, often decorated with bone-like shapes.
What is "Pan de Muerto"
According to tradition, the gates of heaven are opened for adults on this day
What is November 2nd
These popular foods are commonly found at a Día De Los Muertos.
What are tamales, atole and mole
The song that Hector writes for his daughter
What is "Remember me"
Halloween in Spanish
What is Halloween (they aren't the same holiday)
What is the Spanish word for the incense burned to ward off evil spirits?
What is Copal
These insects complete their long journey to Mexico around Día de los Muertos
What are Monarch butterflies
Día de los Muertos is a celebration of life and remembrance, often confused with what US celebration.
What is Halloween?
The most important message in Coco
What is family