raspados
/raspados/from spelling rules
raspas is the Spanish word for a frozen dessert made of shaved ice flavored with syrup.
What does it mean word for word?
The word raspas is the plural form of raspa, which literally means scrapes or shavings, referring to the shaved ice.
How do you pronounce it?
/raspados/
Did you know?
- The verb raspar used to describe making the dessert is the same verb used to describe a person 'scraping' their knee on the ground.
- A typical raspado in certain Mexican markets might actually taste salty or spicy due to the addition of chamoy, a savory sauce made from pickled fruit.
- In Mexico, the addition of leche condensada transforms the dessert into a creamy treat, differing from the clear syrups found in other regions.
Examples in context
- Los raspados son muy refrescantes.The shaved ice treats are very refreshing.
- Me gustan los raspados de fresa.I like strawberry shaved ice.
- Compré dos raspados para el calor.I bought two shaved ice treats for the heat.
Example conversation
Javier and María are walking near a street food stall on a hot afternoon.
- Javier¿Quieres comprar unos raspados, María?Do you want to buy some shaved ice, María?
- MaríaSí, por favor, hace mucho calor.Yes, please, it is very hot.
- JavierYo pediré un raspado de mango.I will order a mango shaved ice.
- MaríaPerfecto, yo quiero uno de limón.Perfect, I want a lime one.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
