zumo de lima
/θumo de lima/from spelling rules
The English phrase "lime juice" is zumo de lima in Spanish.
This phrase refers to the liquid extract of the lime fruit. Note that in Spanish, the word limón can refer to either a lemon or a lime, so context is important when distinguishing between the two.
Meaning: the liquid extract of lime fruit (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of zumo (juice), de (of) and lima (lime).
Which one should you use?
The choice between forms depends on the region. In Spain, zumo de lima is the standard, while in Latin America, jugo de lima is used instead.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, zumo de lima is the phrase used for lime juice. In Latin America, jugo de lima is the common alternative. In Mexico, the specific phrase un agua de limón is used to describe a refreshing lime-flavored water.
How do you pronounce it?
/θumo de lima/
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Examples in context
- ¿Me podrías preparar un jugo de lima bien fresco?Could you prepare a really fresh lime juice for me?
- Un jugo de lima con hielo, por favorA lime juice with ice, please
- ¿Puedo pedir un jugo de lima frappé?Can I order a blended lime juice?
- El zumo de lima está muy fresco.The lime juice is very fresh.
- ¿Quieres un poco de zumo de lima?Do you want some lime juice?
- Necesito zumo de lima para la receta.I need lime juice for the recipe.
Example conversation
Daniel and Lucía are preparing drinks in the kitchen.
- DanielLucía, ¿tienes zumo de lima?Lucía, do you have lime juice?
- LucíaSí, tengo un poco en la nevera.Yes, I have a little in the fridge.
- DanielPerfecto, lo usaré para este cóctel.Perfect, I will use it for this cocktail.
- LucíaMuy bien, Daniel, yo te ayudo.Very well, Daniel, I will help you.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries de, lima, zumo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
