pecho de res
/pet͡ʃo de ɾes/from spelling rules
The English phrase "brisket" is translated into Spanish as pecho de res.
This term refers to a specific cut of meat, specifically the brisket.
Meaning: cut of meat (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The word pecho literally means "chest".
Which one should you use?
While pecho de res is a common way to specify beef brisket, the form pecho de vaca is often used interchangeably in many Spanish-speaking regions to mean the same thing.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, you might hear pecho de res for brisket. In Argentina, brisket is often referred to as pecho de vaca.
How do you pronounce it?
/petʃo de ɾes/
Did you know?
- While pecho de res means brisket, the word pecho is also used in Spanish idioms to describe courage and strength.
- Some linguists suggest res may come from the Arabic word raʔs, meaning 'head of cattle'.
- In some Spanish-speaking contexts, the word res is used almost exclusively in formal or commercial settings, such as on butcher labels, rather than in casual conversation.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría un plato de brisket, por favor.I would like a plate of brisket, please.
- ¿Tienes brisket en el menú?Do you have brisket on the menu?
- La textura del brisket ahumado es tierna y jugosa.The texture of smoked brisket is tender and juicy.
- Mi mamá cocina un brisket increíble que se deshace en la boca.My mom cooks an incredible brisket that melts in your mouth.
- Receta de brisket ahumadoSmoked brisket recipe
- Cómo cocinar brisket en el hornoHow to cook brisket in the oven
- Deliciosas marinadas para brisketDelicious brisket marinades
- El pecho de res es muy sabroso.The brisket is very tasty.
- Compré un pecho de res para la barbacoa.I bought a brisket for the barbecue.
- ¿Cuánto cuesta el pecho de res hoy?How much does the brisket cost today?
Example conversation
At a local butcher shop.
- MaríaHola, ¿tiene un buen pecho de res?Hello, do you have a good brisket?
- DanielSí, María, este es excelente.Yes, Maria, this one is excellent.
- MaríaPerfecto, quiero ese pecho de res, por favor.Perfect, I want that brisket, please.
- DanielMuy bien, se lo preparo ahora mismo.Very well, I will prepare it for you right now.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, pecho, res, CC BY-SA 4.0.
