alitas de pollo
/alitas de poʝo/from spelling rules
In Spanish, buffalo wings is alitas de pollo.
The term refers to deep-fried chicken wing sections usually coated in a spicy and tangy sauce. Many Spanish speakers will say alitas buffalo to specifically refer to the American-style spicy sauce version and distinguish them from plain fried wings.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase alitas de pollo literally translates to little wings of chicken. In this context, alitas is the diminutive form of alas (wings).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, it is common to use the term Alitas Buffalo to mean buffalo wings.
How do you pronounce it?
/alitas de poʝo/
Did you know?
- The diminutive suffix in alitas does not just mean 'small' but is often used in Spanish food naming to make a dish sound more appetizing or delicate.
- The term pollo is a linguistic relative of the English word 'pullet', which refers to a young hen.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, alitas is used not only for chicken but as a slang term for small, tasty appetizers or side portions of meat.
Examples in context
- Me encantan las alitas de pollo picantes.I love spicy buffalo wings.
- ¿Pedimos unas alitas de pollo para compartir?Shall we order some buffalo wings to share?
- Estas alitas de pollo están muy buenas.These buffalo wings are very good.
Example conversation
María and Javier are ordering food at a sports bar.
- MaríaJavier, ¿quieres comer alitas de pollo?Javier, do you want to eat buffalo wings?
- JavierSí, pero que sean muy picantes, por favor.Yes, but make them very spicy, please.
- MaríaPerfecto, pediré una orden para nosotros.Perfect, I will order one portion for us.
- JavierGracias, María, me encanta ese plan.Thanks, María, I love that plan.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
