"Linaza" is a common term used in both oral and written Spanish language. It refers to flaxseed, which is commonly used in cooking and as a dietary supplement. It is often found in health food stores and supermarkets.
Example sentences
Spanish: Me gusta añadir linaza a mis batidos en la mañana.
English: I like to add flaxseed to my morning smoothies.
Spanish: La linaza es una buena fuente de fibra.
English: Flaxseed is a good source of fiber.
Spanish: ¿Dónde puedo comprar linaza molida?
English: Where can I buy ground flaxseed?
Idiomatic Expressions
Tomar agua de linaza: To take flaxseed water (a common remedy for constipation).
Example: María tenía estreñimiento, así que decidió tomar agua de linaza. (Mary was constipated, so she decided to take flaxseed water.)
Echarse una linaza: To deceive or lie to someone.
Example: No te fíes de Juan, siempre se echa una linaza para salirse con la suya. (Don't trust Juan, he always deceives to get his way.)
Tener la linaza pelada: To be very bald.
Example: A mi abuelo le falta el pelo, ¡tiene la linaza pelada! (My grandpa is bald, he's very bald!)
Etymology
The word "linaza" comes from the Latin word "linum" which means flax.