Carlota (en. Carlotta)

kar-LO-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A type of dessert made with sponge cakes and cream, usually in the form of a cake.
The strawberry carlota they made is delicious.
La carlota de fresa que prepararon está deliciosa.
In some countries, it refers to a preparation similar to a tart, made of cookies and cream.
I am going to make a cookie carlota for the birthday.
Voy a hacer una carlota de galletas para el cumpleaños.

Etymology

The term 'carlota' comes from the French 'charlotte,' which refers to a type of dessert that bears this name.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make a carlota
To prepare a dessert similar to a carlota.
hacer una carlota
fruit carlota
A carlota that includes a variety of fruits in its presentation.
carlota de frutas

Related Words

sponge cake
Fluffy dough used in the making of cakes.
bizcocho
cream
Creamy substance used as a filling or topping in desserts.
crema

Slang Meanings

A term of endearment that can be used among friends.
Hello, carlota! How are you?
¡Hola, carlota! ¿Cómo estás?