Salino (en. Salty)

/saˈlino/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That contains salt or has a salty taste.
The food was too salty for my taste.
La comida estaba demasiado salina para mi gusto.
Referring to environments or regions where there is an abundance of salt.
The saline waters of the ocean are rich in minerals.
Las aguas salinas del océano son ricas en minerales.
Refers to certain lands that have a high salt content.
Saline soils are difficult for cultivation.
Los suelos salinos son difíciles para el cultivo.

Etymology

From Latin 'salinus', derived from 'sal' meaning salt.

Common Phrases and Expressions

saline water
Water that contains a high concentration of salt.
agua salina
saline level
Level of salt in a solution or environment.
nivel salino
saline disorder
Condition related to excess salt in the body.
trastorno salino

Related Words

salt
Mineral composed mainly of sodium chloride.
sal
salty
That has a strong salty taste.
salado
salinity
Amount of salt dissolved in a liquid.
salinidad

Slang Meanings

To be in a state of discouragement or annoyance.
When I'm not invited to parties, I get salty.
Cuando no me invitan a las fiestas, me pongo salino.
Referring to a person who is very sarcastic or critical.
That comment was very salty, it can't be taken seriously.
Ese comentario fue muy salino, no se puede tomar en serio.