Step by step
- Say "cara" for heads and "cruz" for tails in general Spanish.
- Use "águila o sol" in Mexico, where "águila" is heads and "sol" is tails.
- Say "cara ou coroa" in Portuguese, where "cara" is heads and "coroa" is tails.
- Tap the coin or press Flip the coin below if you need a quick 50/50 toss.
At a glance
| Language / Region | Heads | Tails |
|---|---|---|
| English | Heads | Tails |
| Spanish (general) | Cara | Cruz |
| Spanish (Mexico) | Águila | Sol |
| Spanish (Argentina / Peru) | Cara | Ceca |
| Portuguese (Brazil) | Cara | Coroa |
Related questions
What does águila o sol mean?
It is the Mexican Spanish phrase for heads or tails, referring to the eagle and sun designs on older Mexican coins.
How do you say heads or tails in Argentina?
In Argentina, people commonly say "cara o ceca," where "cara" is heads and "ceca" is tails.
How do you say heads or tails in Portuguese?
In Brazilian Portuguese, the phrase is "cara ou coroa," which literally means face or crown.
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Updated November 14, 2026.