A handy tool, linterna translates to flashlight in American English or torch in British English. Although it technically refers to a battery-powered, handheld device, many people also use linterna to describe the light on a mobile phone. Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation The word derives from the Latin lantern which means to light or to …
At this moment, I’m savouring a delightful custard and rhubarb caramelo (candy / sweet), and I couldn’t help but think to myself: what a delectable Spanish word of the day it could be! Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation The word was borrowed from the Portuguese caramelo, which most likely derives from Late Latin calamellus. Caramelo …
Goats, known as cabras in Spanish, are commonly raised in rural areas across Spain and Latin America. They are highly valued for their leche (milk), carne (meat), and pieles (hides), contributing to local economies and traditional agricultural practices. Keen to find out more about this Spanish word? Then keep reading! Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation …
Wherever you go in Spain and Latin America you will see boards outside certain restaurants with the words Menú del Día which literally means menu of the day but can be translated as daily special. It is a set menu serving lunch and is one of the largest meals of the day in Spain, typically …
The Spanish word valiente comes from the Latin adjective valens, an active participle of the Latin verb valere, which means to be strong or to have power. As an adjective, it means brave or to have courage and strength. Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation Valiente is an invariable adjective, meaning it is not gendered with …
Once upon a time, the most reliable dryers humans could rely on were el sol (the sun) and el fuego (fire). Today, we have various machines and devices to dry our hands, clothes, and hair. In Spanish, there is one word that encompasses all these devices: secador. Latin American Pronunciation European Pronunciation The word is …