Noun
/ɡɾa.niˈθaðo/ (assuming a Castilian pronunciation) or /ɡɾa.niˈzado/ (in Latin America, including Argentina).
"Granizado" refers to a popular frozen drink in Argentina made primarily from crushed ice, flavored syrup, and sometimes fruit, creating a refreshing treat especially popular in hot weather. "Granizados" are often sold at street vendors and are commonly enjoyed during the summer. The term can be used in both oral and written contexts, but it is more prevalent in oral speech given its informal nature.
Quiero un granizado de limón para combatir el calor.
I want a lemon granita to combat the heat.
En la playa, siempre compramos un granizado de frutilla.
At the beach, we always buy a strawberry slush.
Mis amigos y yo solemos hacer un granizado de café por las tardes.
My friends and I usually make a coffee granita in the afternoons.
Although "granizado" itself may not be widely used in many idiomatic expressions, it is often used in colloquial phrases that relate to enjoyment or refreshment, especially in the context of summer fun.
Con el calor que hace, no hay nada mejor que un granizado para refrescarse.
With the heatwave, there’s nothing better than a granita to cool off.
Después del partido, todos pidieron un granizado para rehidratarsi.
After the game, everyone asked for a slush to rehydrate.
El granizado de melón fue el favorito de todos en la fiesta.
The melon granita was everyone’s favorite at the party.
The word "granizado" comes from the verb "granizar," which means "to frost" or "to freeze," derived from the Latin "granizare." The process of making granizado involves freezing and crushing ice, which reflects the meaning of the word.
"Granizado" is particularly revered in Argentine culture as it represents a casual, festive way to enjoy a tasty treat on a hot day.