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    Magdalena (en. Madeleine)

    /maɣ.ða.ˈle.na/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A type of sponge cake or pastry typical of Spain and other Spanish-speaking countries.
    Breakfast includes a magdalena and coffee.
    El desayuno incluye una magdalena y café.
    A type of muffin that is often filled with jam or cream.
    Magdalenas are made with flour, sugar, and eggs.
    Las magdalenas se elaboran con harina, azúcar y huevos.
    The term is also used to refer to Mary Magdalene, a biblical figure.
    Mary Magdalene is a symbol of penitence in Christian culture.
    María Magdalena es un símbolo de penitencia en la cultura cristiana.

    Etymology

    Derived from the proper name 'Magdalena', which in turn comes from the Hebrew 'Migdal' meaning 'tower'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Proust's Madeleine
    Referring to a nostalgic memory or something that evokes a significant past.
    Magdalena de Proust
    To come out like a drowned rat
    Expression used to describe someone who comes out of the water drenched.
    Salir como una magdalena

    Related Words

    muffin
    A type of fluffy bun that can have different fillings.
    muffin
    sponge cake
    Light cake generally made of flour, sugar, and eggs.
    bizcocho
    dough
    A mixture of flour and water used in baking.
    pasta

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial term in some regions to refer to a melancholic person.
    That guy is very magdalena since he broke up with his girlfriend.
    Ese chico está muy magdalena desde que rompió con su novia.
    Expression used to talk about someone who is too sweet or affectionate.
    Don't be so magdalena, you need to be more firm in your decision.
    No seas tan magdalena, tienes que ser más firme en tu decisión.