tamarindo
/tamaˈɾindo/
tamarindo is the Spanish word for tamarind.
The word refers to a tropical fruit characterized by a brown pod and a sour taste.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, Argentina, Colombia and Chile, tamarindo is the most common term for the fruit.
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of tamarindo is tamarindos.
How do you pronounce it?
/tamaˈɾindo/
Did you know?
- In Mexico, tamarindo is a slang term for a transit police officer because their uniforms were historically brown, matching the color of the fruit.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, tamarindo is a staple flavor for dulces that are seasoned with salt and chili powder.
- In certain Caribbean regions, saying tamarindo is often a shorthand way of ordering agua de tamarindo, a traditional drink.
Examples in context
- Me encanta el sabor del tamarindoI love the taste of tamarind
- Voy a comprar dulces de tamarindoI'm going to buy tamarind candies
- ¿Has probado la mermelada de tamarindo?Have you tried tamarind jam?
- Me gusta el jugo de tamarindo.I like tamarind juice.
- El tamarindo es muy ácido.The tamarind is very sour.
Example conversation
Mateo and Elena are looking at a menu at a cafe.
- MateoElena, ¿has probado el agua de tamarindo?Elena, have you tried the tamarind water?
- ElenaNo, Mateo, pero me llama la atención.No, Mateo, but it catches my attention.
- MateoEs refrescante y tiene un toque dulce.It is refreshing and has a sweet touch.
- ElenaEntonces voy a pedir un tamarindo hoy.Then I am going to order a tamarind today.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry tamarindo, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries tamarindo, CC BY-SA 4.0.
