Hopscotch is commonly known as "rayuela" or "peregrina" in many Spanish-speaking countries, although many countries have their own unique terms and variations.
Interestingly, rayuela in Chile is a different game, not at all related to hopscotch, and it's played during Chile's Fiestas Patrias independence holiday in September.
Argentina and Chile have a unique version called "mundo" which translates to "world." The courts often include a semicircle at the end, signifying the "end of the world."
In Mexico, players might call the stone a "ficha" or "tejo" and the game's winner is sometimes given the title of "king or queen of the hopscotch".
In Cuba, the game "potsy" is similar to hopscotch, fostering hand-eye coordination and balance.
How to Say Hopscotch in ...
- Chile - Tejo
- Panama, Costa Rica and Argentina - Rayuela
- Colombia - Rayuela, Golosa, Cielito, Pianito, Bombón, Pelegrina or Peregrina
- Chile - Luche
- Mexico - Avión or Avioncito, Bebeleche, Chácara, Rayuela
- El Salvador, Puerto Rico - Pelegrina or Peregrina
- Guatemala, Venezuela and Costa Rica - Avión or Avioncito
- Spain - Tejo, Pati
- Peru - Mundo
- Cuba - Pon
- Venezuela - Pisé
Typical Hopscotch Questions By Country
What is the term for hopscotch in Mexico?
In Mexico, the game of hopscotch is known as "avioncito," which translates to "little airplane."
How do you say hopscotch in Colombia?
Colombians refer to hopscotch as rayuela, golosa, cielito, pianito, bombón, pelegrina or peregrina depending on the region.
What is the name for hopscotch in the Dominican Republic?
In the Dominican Republic, hopscotch is called "la peregrina," which means "the pilgrim."
What name is used for hopscotch in El Salvador?
In El Salvador, the popular game is known as "rayuela," a word also used in other Latin American countries.
How is hopscotch commonly referred to in Puerto Rico?
Puerto Ricans commonly call the game of hopscotch "peregrina".
