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    Jarabe (en. Syrup)

    /xaˈɾaβe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Liquid preparation that contains medicinal substances dissolved in water and sugar.
    The cough syrup helped soothe my throat irritation.
    El jarabe para la tos ayudó a calmar la irritación de mi garganta.
    Sweet substance used as a complement in food or drink.
    I added a bit of maple syrup to my breakfast.
    Le añadí un poco de jarabe de arce a mi desayuno.
    Solution used to make a soft drink or as a base for cocktails.
    Grenadine syrup is very popular in cocktails.
    El jarabe de granadina es muy popular en cócteles.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Hispanic Arabic 'šarāb', derived from the classical Arabic 'šarāb', which means 'beverage'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    syrupy talk
    Refers to a persuasive or flattering way of speaking.
    jarabe de pico
    cough syrup
    Medication used to relieve cough.
    jarabe para la tos
    thick syrup
    Referring to a substance that has a dense consistency.
    jarabe espeso

    Related Words

    syrup
    Thick sweet liquid used for sweetening.
    sirope
    extract
    Concentrated substance obtained from a plant or fruit.
    extracto
    medicine
    Substance used to treat diseases.
    medicina

    Slang Meanings

    Syrup fair
    At the syrup fair, they sold sweets and drinks for everyone.
    En la feria de jarabes, vendían dulces y bebidas para todos.
    Attached syrup
    At the party, the attached syrup was in high demand.
    En la fiesta, el jarabe adjunto era el más solicitado.