Carolina Reaper
/kaɾolina ɾeapeɾ/from spelling rules
Carolina Reaper is the Spanish term for the English phrase carolina reaper.
This phrase refers to a specific variety of chili pepper recognized as one of the hottest in the world.
Which one should you use?
While the English name Carolina Reaper is used in informal settings, more specific terms are used in different contexts or regions. Pimiento Carolina Reaper is used in formal contexts, while Ají Carolina Reaper is used in certain South American countries.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In countries such as Peru and Colombia, the term Ají Carolina Reaper is used.
How do you pronounce it?
/kaɾolina ɾeapeɾ/
Did you know?
- While the name is English, a Spanish speaker might jokingly refer to the pepper as 'el segador de Carolina' if they were translating the name 'Reaper' literally.
- If you call a Carolina Reaper a pimiento in many parts of the Spanish-speaking world, people might think you are looking for a mild, sweet bell pepper instead of a hot chili.
- Because the Carolina Reaper is an imported variety, Spanish speakers may refer to it as a superpicante to distinguish it from traditional local varieties.
Examples in context
- Quiero comprar un pimiento Carolina Reaper para probarlo en mi comida.I want to buy a Carolina Reaper pepper to try it in my food.
- Mi amigo trajo ají Carolina Reaper a la fiesta y ahora todos quieren probarlo.My friend brought Carolina Reaper chili to the party, and now everyone wants to try it.
- ¡Ese sándwich tiene una salsa con Carolina Reaper! ¡Debe ser picante!That sandwich has a sauce with Carolina Reaper! It must be spicy!
- El Carolina Reaper es extremadamente picante.The Carolina Reaper is extremely spicy.
- ¿Compraste un Carolina Reaper para la salsa?Did you buy a Carolina Reaper for the sauce?
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are cooking a spicy meal in their kitchen.
- ElenaAlejandro, ¿pusiste el Carolina Reaper en la comida?Alejandro, did you put the Carolina Reaper in the food?
- AlejandroSí, solo un poquito para darle sabor.Yes, just a little bit to give it flavor.
- Elena¡Va a estar demasiado picante!It is going to be too spicy!
- AlejandroNo te preocupes, Elena, te encantará.Don't worry, Elena, you will love it.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
