Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| cereza | /θeˈɾeθa/ /seˈɾesa/ |
feminine |
| guinda | /ˈɡinda/ | feminine |
Both cereza and guinda are feminine nouns used to refer to the fruit. Additionally, both terms can be used as nouns to describe a deep red color, similar to how English uses "cherry" or "maroon". When referring specifically to sour cherries, you should use the phrase cereza ácida.
Which one should you use?
While cereza is the standard term for a cherry, guinda is often used in certain regions, such as Mexico or Spain, to refer specifically to a larger or more sour variety of the fruit.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In the province of Cáceres in Spain, the term picota is used to refer to a specific type of cherry. As mentioned, guinda is also a common regional preference in parts of Spain and Mexico for certain varieties.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of cereza is cerezas, and the plural form of guinda is guindas. Both nouns are feminine.
How do you pronounce it?
/θeˈɾeθa/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, the expression poner la guinda al pastel is the equivalent of the English phrase 'the icing on the cake'.
- The word guinda is an unexpected relative of the word for 'mistletoe' in Proto-Germanic languages.
- In many Spanish-speaking regions, the word guinda specifically refers to the varieties of cherries used to make liqueurs and preserves.
Examples in context
- La cereza es roja.The cherry is red.This sentence shows the color of the cereza.Tatoeba #3665393 by hayastan, translation #3660171 by ajdavidl
- Me encantan las tartas de cereza.I love cherry pies.This sentence uses cereza in the context of food.Tatoeba #13673798 by mervert1, translation #12246892 by CK
- El sol es amarillo. El cielo es azul. La nieve es blanca. La cereza es roja. La hierba es verde. El agua es incolora.The sun is yellow. The sky is blue. The snow is white. The cherry is red. The grass is green. The water is colorless.This sentence provides a list of colors, including the color of the cereza.Tatoeba #11548044 by carlosalberto, translation #11548033 by carlosalberto
- Me encantan las cerezas frescas en primavera.I love fresh cherries in spring.
- Hoy compré una tarta de guinda.Today, I bought a cherry pie.
- ¡Mira esa cerecita tan linda!Look at that cute little cherry!
- Voy a comerme un cerezón delicioso.I'm going to eat a delicious big cherry.
- En Extremadura se cultivan excelentes picotas.Excellent cherries are grown in Extremadura.
Example conversation
Lucía and Daniel are eating fruit in the kitchen.
- Lucía¿Quieres probar esta cereza?Do you want to try this cherry?
- DanielSí, gracias, Lucía.Yes, thank you, Lucía.
- LucíaEs una cereza muy madura.It is a very ripe cherry.
- DanielEstá deliciosa.It is delicious.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “cherry” translations and entries cereza, guinda, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cereza, guinda, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
