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Definition of takis
takis
/ˈtɑːkiːz/
Ta · kis
Plural:Takis
takis Lexical Profile
CEFR
B1
Grade
4
Tier
2
Usage
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Syllables
2
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• noun
1
(usually capitalized) A brand of spicy, tightly rolled corn tortilla chip snacks, originally created in Mexico by Barcel and shaped to resemble miniature taquitos.
Example
"The convenience store shelves were stocked with several flavors of Takis, including the popular chili pepper and lime variety."
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Word Origin & Etymology
A commercial brand name introduced in Mexico in 1999 by Barcel, derived as a Respelling of the Spanish word taquitos ('little tacos'), which the rolled tortilla chips resemble.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Takis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/takis