piel de cerdo
/pjel de θeɾdo/from spelling rules
The English phrase "pig skin" is translated into Spanish as piel de cerdo.
piel de cerdo refers to the skin of a pig, typically when used as a material or a food ingredient. In many Spanish-speaking contexts, if you are specifically referring to pig skin as a snack or a food item, the term chicharrón is used instead of the literal piel de cerdo. Furthermore, the term chicharrones refers specifically to fried pork rinds made from pig skin.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase piel de cerdo is composed of piel (skin), de (of) and cerdo (pig).
Which one should you use?
While piel de cerdo is the standard term, cuero de cerdo translates to "pig leather" and is used in more formal contexts. In contrast, piel de cochino serves as an informal variant for "pig skin".
Is it said differently in some regions?
In some regions, speakers may use the phrase cuero de chancho instead of cuero de cerdo.
Did you know?
- The term chicharrón comes from the verb chicharrar, which describes the sizzling sound pig skin makes when it is fried in its own fat.
- In certain regions, the phrase piel de cerdo might be avoided in favor of cortezas, which literally means 'barks', to describe the crispy texture of fried skin.
- In some Spanish-speaking cultures, chicharrón is not just a snack but a centerpiece of traditional breakfasts, often served with arepas or pupusas.
Examples in context
- La industria del cuero de cerdo genera empleo en la región.The pig leather industry generates employment in the region.
- ¿Sabes dónde puedo conseguir pellejo de cerdo para la barbacoa de este fin de semana?Do you know where I can get pig skin for this weekend's barbecue?
- La piel de cerdo es muy crujiente.The pig skin is very crunchy.
- ¿Necesitas comprar piel de cerdo para el guiso?Do you need to buy pig skin for the stew?
- Limpiaron la piel de cerdo con cuidado.They cleaned the pig skin carefully.
Example conversation
Elena and Javier are looking at a menu at a restaurant.
- ElenaJavier, ¿quieres probar los chicharrones?Javier, do you want to try the chicharrones?
- JavierSí, pero ¿están hechos de piel de cerdo?Yes, but are they made of pig skin?
- ElenaSí, es el ingrediente principal.Yes, it is the main ingredient.
- JavierEntonces pidamos una porción, por favor.Then let's order a portion, please.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
