Cabrito is a masculine noun in Spanish.
/bakɾito/
Cabrito refers specifically to a young goat, usually one that is less than a year old. In some countries like Mexico, cabrito is also associated with traditional dishes made from the meat of these young goats. It is commonly used both in oral conversations and written texts concerning food, agriculture, and livestock.
The term "cabrito" is frequently used in culinary contexts, particularly in regions where goat meat is a cultural delicacy, such as Mexico and parts of South America. It tends to appear more in verbal discussions related to cooking and food preparation.
The kid was roasted and served with tomato sauce.
En la granja, hay varios cabritos corriendo.
At the farm, there are several kids running around.
Para la cena, vamos a preparar cabrito al horno.
While "cabrito" is not heavily featured in a wide range of idiomatic expressions, there are some cultural references where it may appear, especially around culinary topics or livestock.
To a good hunger, there is no bad kid. (Meaning: When you are very hungry, anything tastes good.)
No hay cabrito que no se mame.
There is no kid that doesn't suckle. (Indicating that everyone goes through a learning phase.)
El que pica el cabrito, pica el queso.
The word "cabrito" comes from the Latin cabrīnus, which means "of a young goat." It is derived from cabra, meaning "she-goat," which is linked to various Romance languages.
The term "cabrito" serves as a culturally significant word in regions where goat meat is common in cuisine, and it carries both agricultural and culinary dimensions in its usage.