What is another word for the other side of the Rio Grande?
Pronunciation: [ðɪ ˈʌðə sˈa͡ɪd ɒvðə ɹˈiːə͡ʊ ɡɹˈand] (IPA) 
The phrase "the other side of the Rio Grande" refers to the area across the Rio Grande River, which often connotes the idea of Mexico or Mexican culture. Some popular synonyms for this phrase might include "south of the border," "the Mexican side," or simply "across the river." Other phrases that could be used to describe the same idea might include "on the other bank," "opposite the Rio Grande," or "beyond the border." No matter which phrase is used, the concept of a cultural divide, underscored by a physical barrier, remains a powerful one that speaks to both our curiosity about and our respect for the cultural differences of our neighbors.
