cebolla en polvo
/θeboʝa en polbo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'onion powder' is translated into Spanish as cebolla en polvo.
This phrase refers to a seasoning made from dried onions that have been ground into a fine powder.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase literally translates to 'onion in powder' (cebolla en polvo).
Which one should you use?
While cebolla en polvo is the standard way to refer to the seasoning, the phrase polvo de cebolla is a synonymous way to say 'onion powder' and is also widely understood.
How does it change in a sentence?
The singular cebolla en polvo is more common for the substance itself, though you may occasionally see the plural cebollas en polvo used in certain commercial contexts.
Did you know?
- In Spanish, polvo can refer to seasoning powders but also means 'dust' or 'powder' in a sexual context.
- The Spanish word cebolla shares a root with the English word 'chive' via the Latin word cēpa.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, people may use cebolla deshidratada if they are referring to dried onion flakes rather than a fine powder.
Examples in context
- Necesito comprar cebolla en polvo para la sopa.I need to buy onion powder for the soup.
- Añade un poco de cebolla en polvo a la carne.Add a little bit of onion powder to the meat.
- ¿Tienes cebolla en polvo en la despensa?Do you have onion powder in the pantry?
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are preparing dinner together.
- DanielElena, ¿dónde está la cebolla en polvo?Elena, where is the onion powder?
- ElenaEstá en el estante de las especias, Daniel.It is on the spice shelf, Daniel.
- DanielNo la veo, creo que se terminó.I don't see it, I think it ran out.
- ElenaUsemos cebolla fresca en su lugar.Let's use fresh onion instead.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries cebolla, en, polvo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
