Malaga (en. Malaga)

/ma.la.ga/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A type of grape used for winemaking.
Malaga is primarily grown in Spain.
Le malaga est cultivé principalement en Espagne.
A wine produced from this variety of grape.
This malaga has aromas of dried fruits.
Ce malaga a des arômes de fruits secs.

Etymology

The word 'malaga' comes from the name of the Spanish city of Málaga, known for its wines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sweet malaga
Sweet Malaga wine, often served as dessert.
malaga doux
Malaga wine
A wine made from the malaga grape, often aromatic.
vin de Malaga

Related Words

wine
Alcoholic beverage obtained by fermenting grapes.
vin
grape variety
Variety of grape cultivated for winemaking.
cépage
Málaga
City in Andalusia, Spain, famous for its wines.
Málaga

Slang Meanings

A very sweet wine, often associated with celebrations.
We opened a bottle of malaga to celebrate.
On a ouvert une bouteille de malaga pour célébrer.
A reference to something delicious or pleasant.
This dessert is as good as a malaga!
Ce dessert est aussi bon qu'un malaga!