ensalada de col
/ensalada de kol/from spelling rules
The English word coleslaw is translated into Spanish as ensalada de col.
Meaning: a salad (noun)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Mexico, you may also use the term ensalada de repollo to refer to coleslaw.
Did you know?
- The word ensalada is a distant relative of the English word 'salt', as both trace back to the Latin root saliō.
- Depending on the region, requesting col might get you a cabbage or a variety of kale, as both are grouped under the same term.
- While 'coleslaw' refers to a specific salad in English, the Spanish ensalada de col is a generic description that could technically apply to any salad made with cabbage.
Examples in context
- Me gustaría ordenar una ensalada de col, por favor.I would like to order a coleslaw, please.
- ¿Puedes hacer una ensalada de repollo para la barbacoa?Can you make a coleslaw for the barbecue?
- Me gusta mucho la ensalada de col.I like coleslaw a lot.
- ¿Trajiste la ensalada de col para la fiesta?Did you bring the coleslaw for the party?
- La ensalada de col está en la nevera.The coleslaw is in the fridge.
Example conversation
Mateo and María are having lunch at home.
- Mateo¿Quieres un poco de ensalada de col, María?Do you want some coleslaw, María?
- MaríaSí, por favor, se ve muy fresca.Yes, please, it looks very fresh.
- MateoAquí tienes un plato para ti.Here is a plate for you.
- MaríaMuchas gracias, Mateo.Thank you very much, Mateo.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries col, de, ensalada, CC BY-SA 4.0.
