patas de cerdo
/patas de θeɾdo/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'pigs feet' is translated into Spanish as patas de cerdo.
This phrase refers to the edible feet of a pig used as food.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of patas (feet/legs), de (of) and cerdo (pig).
Which one should you use?
While patas de cerdo is the standard term, you may encounter the colloquial term manitas de cerdo (literally 'little pig hands') on certain menus or in specific culinary contexts. Additionally, patas de cochino is an informal way to say the same thing.
How does it change in a sentence?
To refer to a single pig foot, use the singular form pata de cerdo.
How do you pronounce it?
/patas de θeɾdo/
Did you know?
- While patas is the standard word for animal feet, using it to describe human feet in a social setting would sound quite strange or even insulting.
- In some Latin American cultures, patas de cerdo are believed to be a natural remedy for joint pain because of their high collagen content.
- In Spain, patas de cerdo are a traditional ingredient in cocido madrileño, a hearty chickpea stew that is often served in three distinct courses.
Examples in context
- Me encanta comer patas de cochino.I love eating pig's feet.
- Las patas de cerdo son deliciosas.Pigs' feet are delicious.
- Compré unas patas de cerdo para la cena.I bought some pigs' feet for dinner.
- ¿Sabes cocinar patas de cerdo?Do you know how to cook pigs' feet?
Example conversation
María and Javier are planning a traditional dinner.
- María¿Quieres comer patas de cerdo hoy?Do you want to eat pigs' feet today?
- JavierSí, me encantan las patas de cerdo.Yes, I love pigs' feet.
- MaríaPerfecto, yo las prepararé.Perfect, I will prepare them.
- JavierGracias, María, eres muy amable.Thank you, María, you are very kind.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
