dona
neutral, Mexico
In Mexico a donut is dona, plural donas. It is feminine, so Mexicans say una dona de chocolate. It is also called rosquilla.
Meaning: ring-shaped fried pastry (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| dona | neutral, Mexico |
| donas | plural |
| rosquilla | other regions |
Order by saying quiero una dona or me da dos donas. Common kinds are dona glaseada, glazed, and dona rellena, filled.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain the English-derived word is written donut and other places use rosquilla for a similar ring. In Mexico dona is the usual word in shops and bakeries.
How does it change in a sentence?
The article matters. It is la dona and not el dona. A person who loves them is un dulcero, someone who likes sweets.
Did you know?
- Mexican bakeries sell donas next to traditional pan dulce such as conchas.
Examples in context
- Quiero una dona de chocolate.I would like a chocolate donut.
- Me da dos donas glaseadas, por favor.Give me two glazed donuts, please.
- La dona viene rellena de crema.The donut is filled with cream.
Example conversation
Karla and her brother Omar choose breakfast at a panadería in Toluca.
- Omar¿Qué vas a pedir, Karla?What are you going to order, Karla?
- KarlaUna dona de chocolate y un café.A chocolate donut and a coffee.
- OmarYo quiero dos donas glaseadas.I want two glazed donuts.
