Miel (en. Honey)

mjel

Meaning & Definition

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noun
A food substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowers.
Honey is a widely used natural sweetener in various recipes.
La miel es un endulzante natural muy utilizado en diversas recetas.
Quality of being sweet or pleasant.
Her voice has a honey that captivates anyone who listens to it.
Su voz tiene una miel que cautiva a quien la escucha.

Etymology

From Latin *mel, mellis*.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cane honey
Brown sugar or molasses obtained from sugar cane.
miel de caña
sweeter than honey
It refers to something or someone that is extremely sweet or kind.
más dulce que la miel

Related Words

bee
Insect that produces honey.
abeja
nectar
Sugary liquid produced by flowers and collected by bees.
nectar
petals
Parts of flowers from which nectar is obtained.
pétalos

Slang Meanings

Term used to refer to someone who is very dear.
You are my honey, you are always in my heart.
Eres mi miel, siempre estás en mi corazón.
Expression of affection in a relationship.
Hello, honey! How are you today?
¡Hola, miel! ¿Cómo te va hoy?