sazónalo
/saθonalo/from spelling rules
To say "season it" in Spanish, you use sazónalo.
Which one should you use?
While sazónalo is the default form, you should use sazónala if the object being seasoned is a feminine noun, such as la carne or la sopa. Use sazónelo when addressing someone formally.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the verb aliñar is widely used to express the act of seasoning food.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form sazónalo is an imperative command used with the informal tú pronoun. Use sazónala if the object being seasoned is a feminine noun, and use sazónelo when giving the command to someone formally using usted.
How do you pronounce it?
/saθonalo/
Did you know?
- The word sazón shares a linguistic root with estación, as both originally relate to the 'season' or the optimal time for something to be ready.
- If you want to say a fruit is at its peak ripeness and perfect to eat, you might say it está en su sazón. This uses the word to describe the optimal time for something to be at its best.
- In many Latin American countries, the noun sazón refers to a person's innate 'flair' or 'touch' in the kitchen. A chef with buena sazón is someone who possesses a natural, intuitive talent for flavor rather than just following recipes.
Examples in context
- Es necesario sazonar la carneIt is necessary to season the meat
- Agregue sazón al guisoAdd seasoning to the stew
- Aliña el pollo antes de cocinarloSeason the chicken before cooking it
- Ponle sabor a la sopaSeason the soup
- ¿Podrías condimentar la ensalada con un poco de aceite de oliva?Could you season the salad with a little olive oil?
- Recuerda aliñar las verduras antes de asarlasRemember to season the vegetables before grilling them
- Agrega sazón a la cazuela para resaltar los saboresAdd seasoning to the casserole to enhance the flavors
- Aliña la ensalada con aceite de oliva y vinagreSeason the salad with olive oil and vinegar
- Sazónalo con un poco de sal.Season it with a little salt.
- Sazónalo bien antes de cocinarlo.Season it well before cooking it.
- Toma el pollo y sazónalo.Take the chicken and season it.
Example conversation
Javier and María are preparing dinner in their kitchen.
- Javier¿Qué le falta al arroz?What is the rice missing?
- MaríaSazónalo con más especias, por favor.Season it with more spices, please.
- JavierEstá bien, lo haré ahora.Alright, I will do it now.
- MaríaGracias, Javier.Thanks, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
