mazapán
/maθaˈpan/masculine
The Spanish word for marzipan is mazapán.
mazapán refers to a confection made of almond paste, sugar and egg white.
Meaning: confection of almond paste, sugar and egg white (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
/maθaˈpan/
Did you know?
- The word mazapán might be a linguistic traveler from Myanmar, specifically from the Burmese port of Martaban which was a major spice hub.
- In Spain, mazapán refers to a specific type of hard almond confection, while in Mexico, mazapán often refers to a crumbly, peanut-based candy.
- In Spain, mazapán is a symbolic centerpiece of Christmas, particularly the variety from Toledo where it is crafted into intricate miniature sculptures.
Examples in context
- En mi opinión, el mazapán más auténtico se elabora en Toledo, España.In my opinion, the most authentic marzipan is made in Toledo, Spain.
- El mazapán es muy dulce.The marzipan is very sweet.
- Compré un mazapán de almendra.I bought an almond marzipan.
- Me gusta el sabor del mazapán.I like the flavor of marzipan.
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are at a bakery.
- AlejandroMira, venden figuras de mazapán.Look, they are selling marzipan figures.
- Sofía¡Qué bonitas! Compré mazapán ayer.How pretty! I bought marzipan yesterday.
- AlejandroA mí también me encanta el mazapán.I love marzipan too.
- SofíaEntonces, compremos algunos ahora.Then, let's buy some now.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “marzipan” translations and entries mazapán, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries mazapán, CC BY-SA 4.0.
