Spanish

The English phrase “chai tea” is translated into Spanish as té chai. The term refers to a type of black tea brewed with aromatic spices and milk.

The Spanish word for matrix is matriz. In biology, matriz refers specifically to the part of the mitochondrion.

The English word “grouper” is mero in Spanish. Both mero and cherna refer to the grouper fish.

To say “can I have a drink, please?” in Spanish, use ¿me da una bebida, por favor?

To refill a prescription in Spanish is to surtir una receta.

The phrase “I am king” is translated into Spanish as soy rey. This phrase is used to declare that you hold the rank or title of a king.

The English phrase ‘creek’ can be translated into Spanish as arroyo or riachuelo. Both words refer to a stream of water.

The English word “struts” is translated into Spanish as puntales.

In Puerto Rico a grandmother is abuela, and many families use the affectionate abuelita or the shortened wela. Abuela is the neutral word.

The Spanish word for geode is geoda. A geoda refers to a hollow stone that contains crystals on its inner walls.