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    Patatas (en. Potatoes)

    /paˈtatas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Edible part of the nightshade plant, round or elongated in shape, found underground and rich in starch.
    Potatoes can be cooked in many ways.
    Las patatas se pueden cocinar de muchas maneras.
    Staple food in many cultures, used in various recipes.
    Mashed potatoes is one of my favorite dishes.
    El puré de patatas es uno de mis platos favoritos.
    Agricultural product that is grown in different varieties.
    The potato harvest was very good this year.
    La cosecha de patatas fue muy buena este año.

    Etymology

    From the Taino term 'batata' which referred to the sweet potato.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    French fries
    Pieces of potatoes that are cut and fried, also known as fries.
    patatas fritas
    mashed potatoes
    Preparation where the potatoes are boiled and mashed, usually with butter.
    en puré de patatas
    to make potatoes in the pot
    Cooking potatoes in a pot with water.
    hacer patatas en la cacerola

    Related Words

    spuds
    Term used in some Spanish-speaking countries to refer to potatoes.
    papas
    fried foods
    Foods that are fried in oil, including French fries.
    frituras
    piping
    Part of the cultivation system related to the growth of tubers.
    tubería

    Slang Meanings

    Colloquial expression referring to clumsy people.
    Don't be a potato, act more carefully!
    No seas patata, ¡actúa con más cuidado!
    Term used to describe something that is bland or boring.
    That party was really dull, there was no atmosphere.
    Esa fiesta fue muy patata, no había ambiente.