Tejano

noun

Te·​ja·​no tā-ˈhä-(ˌ)nō 

plural Tejanos

often attributive

1

: a Texan of Hispanic descent

—often used before another noun

2

[probably short for conjunto tejano, literally, Texan ensemble] : Tex-Mex popular music that combines elements of European waltzes and polkas, country music, and rock and that often features an accordion

Examples of Tejano in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

His music was a perfect blend of country and Tejano/Mexican influence, largely inspired by his Hispanic upbringing in Texas. —Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 10 May 2025

The Queen of Cumbia remains one of the most successful Tejano musicians of all time in the U.S., and her legacy continues to expand, thanks to special re-releases and anniversaries that remind the masses of her impact. —Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025

Tom Richard Santos is a Tejano writer, filmmaker, and sommelier based in Austin. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 Apr. 2025

Thirty years after the death of beloved Tejano star Selena Quintanilla-Pérez, her husband is still trying to make sense of the tragedy. —Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Mexican Spanish, from Tejas Texas

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for Tejano

• chicano
• hispano
• serrano
• solano
• soprano
• americano
• castellano
• cebuano
• mexicano
• llano
• mano