Guarniciones (en. Fittings)

/ɡwar.niˈθjones/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Accompaniments served alongside the main dish.
The garnishes for dinner included mashed potatoes and salad.
Las guarniciones de la cena incluyeron puré de patatas y ensalada.
Preparations that complement the main course.
The chef recommended rice and vegetables as garnishes.
El chef recomendó arroz y verduras como guarniciones.
Decorative or complementary elements on the table.
The garnishes on the plate made the presentation more attractive.
Las guarniciones en el plato hacían la presentación más atractiva.

Etymology

From Latin 'guarnitio', meaning 'preparation' or 'accompaniment'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

abundant garnishes
It refers to a meal with many accompaniment options.
guarniciones abundantes
choose garnishes
Select the accompaniments that will be served with a dish.
elegir guarniciones
variety of garnishes
Offer different types of accompaniments on a menu.
variedad de guarniciones

Related Words

accompany
To include something as a complement or additional ingredient.
acompañar
dish
Portion of food prepared and presented for consumption.
plato

Slang Meanings

Garnishes specifically made to impress.
That garnish is made to stand out on the table.
Esa guarnición está hecha para lucirse en la mesa.
Garnishes served at a party or celebration.
At the party, the garnishes were the highlight of the meal.
En la fiesta, las guarniciones fueron lo mejor de la comida.