Jarabe (en. Syrup)
/xaˈɾaβe/
Meaning & Definition
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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.