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    Anís (en. Anise)

    /aˈnis/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Herbaceous plant of the Apiaceae family, Anise (Pimpinella anisum), whose seeds are very aromatic and are used to season various dishes.
    Star anise is a common spice in Asian cooking.
    El anís estrellado es una especia común en la cocina asiática.
    The seeds of this plant, used as a condiment in gastronomy.
    I added anise to the cake recipe to give it a special flavor.
    Añadí anís a la receta del bizcocho para darle un sabor especial.
    A liquor made from the distillation of anise seeds.
    Anise is popular in many traditional drinks in Spain.
    El anís es popular en muchas bebidas tradicionales en España.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'anisum', and this from Greek 'ἀνίσος' (anísos).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    star anise
    Species used in cooking that has a star shape.
    anís estrellado
    anise therapy
    Natural treatment using anise to relieve certain discomforts.
    terapia de anís
    anise infusion
    Drink obtained by steeping anise seeds in hot water.
    infusión de anís

    Related Words

    pepper
    Aromatic spice used in cooking.
    pimienta
    liquor
    Distilled alcoholic beverage that may contain anise.
    licor
    digestive
    Drink consumed to aid digestion, often includes anise.
    digestivo

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to describe something that is pleasing to the smell or taste.
    That food has a smell of anise, how delicious!
    Esa comida tiene un olor a anís, ¡qué rico!
    Refers to a person who is sweet or nice.
    That girl is so anise, she always smiles.
    Esa chica es tan anís, siempre sonríe.