pretzels
/pɾetθels/from spelling rules
The Spanish word for pretzels is pretzels.
pretzels refers to salty baked bread snacks that are shaped into a knot.
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾetθels/
Did you know?
- Unlike in English, where 'pretzel' is a fixed category, Spanish speakers may use the term galleta for smaller, crunchier versions of the snack.
- While pretzels is used, some Spanish speakers use bretzel to specifically refer to the traditional German style of the snack.
- If you are in a bakery in Spain or Mexico, asking for pretzels might result in a blank stare, as many local bakeries focus on traditional sweet or savory breads.
Examples in context
- Me gustan los pretzels con sal.I like pretzels with salt.
- ¿Compraste pretzels para la fiesta?Did you buy pretzels for the party?
- Estos pretzels están muy crujientes.These pretzels are very crunchy.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are deciding on snacks for a movie.
- Javier¿Quieres comer pretzels, Sofía?Do you want to eat pretzels, Sofía?
- SofíaSí, me parecen una buena idea.Yes, I think they are a good idea.
- JavierTraeré una bolsa de pretzels entonces.I will bring a bag of pretzels then.
- SofíaGracias, Javier, te espero en casa.Thanks, Javier, I'll wait for you at home.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
