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    Canela (en. Cinnamon)

    /kaˈnela/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A species of tree whose scientific name is Cinnamomum verum, from whose bark cinnamon is obtained.
    Cinnamon comes from the cinnamon tree, which is grown in various countries.
    La canela proviene del árbol de canela, que se cultiva en varios países.
    Aromatic and spicy substance obtained from the bark of this tree.
    I add cinnamon to my desserts to give them a special flavor.
    Añado canela a mis postres para darles un sabor especial.
    Cinnamon is frequently used in cooking to add flavor to different dishes.
    Rice pudding contains cinnamon to enhance its flavor.
    El arroz con leche lleva canela para intensificar su sabor.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cinnamomum', which means cinnamon.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    ground cinnamon
    Ground form of cinnamon, commonly used in cooking.
    canela en polvo
    about the cinnamon
    Expression used to talk about something in a figurative or metaphorical way.
    sobre la canela

    Related Words

    canneloni
    Pasta cake with a filling that may contain cinnamon.
    canelón
    sweet cinnamon
    A variety of cinnamon that is milder on the palate.
    canela dulce

    Slang Meanings

    Attractive or seductive
    That girl is a canela, everyone looks at her.
    Esa chica es una canela, todos la miran.
    Something very good or of high quality
    That car is a canela, you’re going to love it.
    Ese coche es una canela, te va a encantar.