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    Menta (en. Mint)

    /ˈmɛnta/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Herbaceous plant used for infusions and flavorings.
    Mint tea is refreshing in summer.
    El té de menta es refrescante en verano.
    Element used to add flavor to various foods and drinks.
    I added mint to the sauce to give it a special touch.
    Agregué menta a la salsa para darle un toque especial.
    Perfume or flavor that resembles this plant.
    Mint gum is very popular among young people.
    El chicle de menta es muy popular entre los jóvenes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'mentha', which in turn comes from Greek 'míntha'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    fresh mint
    It refers to mint that is not dried and is widely used in cocktails.
    menta fresca
    mint flavor
    It describes a taste that resembles the plant, common in candies and gums.
    sabor a menta

    Related Words

    menthol
    Chemical compound found in mint, used for its refreshing properties.
    mentol
    spearmint
    Variety of mint commonly used in cooking.
    hierbabuena

    Slang Meanings

    Reference to a clever or resourceful person.
    That guy is very mint, he always has a plan.
    Ese chico es muy menta, siempre tiene un plan.
    Using 'mint' to refer to something nice or fresh.
    That place has a mint vibe, I love it.
    Ese lugar tiene un ambiente menta, me encanta.