Coliflor is a noun in Spanish.
/koliˈfloɾ/
Coliflor refers specifically to a type of vegetable known as cauliflower, which is a green plant cultivated for its edible flower buds. In Spanish, "coliflor" is commonly used in both spoken and written contexts, though it may appear more frequently in culinary texts or gardening discussions.
The term is used regularly in everyday conversation, especially in discussions related to cooking or gardening. It is a common vegetable found in many households and is often featured in recipes or in markets.
"La coliflor es una verdura muy nutritiva y versátil."
"Cauliflower is a very nutritious and versatile vegetable."
"Hoy voy a preparar una sopa de coliflor para la cena."
"Today I'm going to make cauliflower soup for dinner."
"Me encanta la coliflor asada con especias."
"I love roasted cauliflower with spices."
While "coliflor" does not have many widely recognized idiomatic expressions directly associated with it, it may be part of some regional or culinary phrases. Here are a few examples where it could be included in a culinary context:
"Este plato es como la coliflor: no tiene sabor, pero es bueno para la salud."
"This dish is like cauliflower: it has no flavor, but it's good for your health."
"No hay que juzgar un libro por su cubierta, así como no hay que juzgar a la coliflor por su apariencia."
"Don't judge a book by its cover, just like you shouldn't judge cauliflower by its appearance."
"Si la vida te da coliflor, haz una crema."
"If life gives you cauliflower, make a cream (soup)."
The word "coliflor" originates from the latinate terms; "caulis" meaning "stem" and "flor" meaning "flower." Thus, it essentially translates to "flowering stem."
Synonyms: - Flor de la col (another term used in some regions)
Antonyms: - No direct antonyms exist as "coliflor" is a specific vegetable, however, other vegetables like "brócoli" (broccoli) can be considered oppositional in terms of culinary use.
In summary, "coliflor" is a widely recognized term in Spanish referring to cauliflower, with a strong presence in everyday language, particularly within cooking and health contexts.