patata - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation
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patata (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation


Part of Speech

The word "patata" is a noun.

Phonetic Transcription

/pata'ta/

Translation Options into English

The word "patata" translates primarily to: - Potato

Meaning and Usage

In Spanish, "patata" refers to the tuber known in English as "potato." It is commonly used in the context of food, agriculture, and cooking. The term is widely understood across Spanish-speaking countries, although in some regions, like Mexico, the term "papa" is preferred instead of "patata."

Frequency of Use: "Patata" is frequently used in both oral speech and written contexts, especially in discussions related to cooking, gastronomy, and agriculture.

Example Sentences

  1. "Me gusta comer patata frita."
  2. "I like to eat fried potato."

  3. "La receta del puré de patata es muy fácil."

  4. "The recipe for mashed potato is very easy."

  5. "En la tienda venden patatas frescas."

  6. "In the store, they sell fresh potatoes."

Idiomatic Expressions

Although "patata" is not frequently featured in idiomatic expressions, it can be involved in a couple that may touch on cultural nuances. Here are some examples:

  1. "Ver las estrellas a través de las patatas."
  2. "To see stars through the potatoes." (to be out of it or confused)

  3. "No hay patata mala."

  4. "There is no bad potato." (means that there's a positive side to everything)

Etymology

The word "patata" comes from the Taino word "batata," which referred to the sweet potato. The use of the term evolved in Spain to denote the common potato or "Solanum tuberosum" after its introduction from the Americas in the 16th century.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms: - "Papa" (used mainly in Latin American countries) - "Tuber" (general term for a type of underground plant structure)

Antonyms: - There are no direct antonyms for "patata," as it is a specific noun referring to a type of food. However, one could consider terms representing non-starchy vegetables as opposites in a culinary context (e.g., "lechuga" - lettuce).



22-07-2024