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    Jamón (en. Ham)

    /xa'mon/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Part of the pig's body that is cured and prepared for consumption.
    Iberian ham is highly appreciated for its flavor.
    El jamón ibérico es muy apreciado por su sabor.
    Food obtained from the tendon and meat of the pig's hind part.
    At dinner, they served cheese and ham.
    En la cena sirvieron queso y jamón.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'jamónem', which refers to the hind part of an animal.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be as stubborn as a ham
    To be in a very difficult situation.
    estar como un jamón
    to be tougher than a ham
    To be very resilient or hard to handle.
    ser más duro que un jamón

    Related Words

    ham holder
    Utensil to hold the ham while it is being sliced.
    jamonero
    pitcher
    Common container where ham is stored.
    botijo
    delicatessen
    Establishment where ham and sausages are sold.
    charcutería

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term to refer to someone clumsy.
    Don't be a ham, pay attention!
    ¡No seas jamón, presta atención!
    In some contexts, it is used to refer to a person who is considered unattractive.
    That ham doesn't have many options in dating.
    Ese jamón no tiene muchas opciones en citas.