elote
Mexico
The general word is maíz, but fresh corn on the cob is called elote in Mexico, choclo in Argentina, Chile and Peru and jojoto in Venezuela.
Meaning: corn (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| elote | Mexico |
| maíz | neutral |
| choclo | Argentina, Chile, Peru |
| jojoto | Venezuela |
In Mexico elote is a popular street snack, and esquites are the kernels served in a cup.
Is it said differently in some regions?
The same food gets different names even within Latin America, so use the local word when ordering at a market.
Did you know?
- The word choclo comes from the Quechua language.
Examples in context
- Quiero un elote con limón y chile.I want corn on the cob with lime and chili.
- Me comí un choclo con queso.I ate a corn on the cob with cheese.
- Compré jojotos en el mercado.I bought corn at the market.
Example conversation
Una turista pide un elote en una calle de Oaxaca.
- TuristaBuenas tardes, un elote, por favor.Good afternoon, one corn on the cob, please.
- Vendedor¿Con todo?With everything?
- TuristaSí, con limón y chile.Yes, with lime and chili.
