frutos secos variados
/fɾutos sekos baɾjados/from spelling rules
The English phrase trail mix is translated into Spanish as frutos secos variados.
The term is used to describe a blend of foods for snacking on the go. If you want to emphasize the 'mix' aspect of trail mix, you can use the phrase mezcla de frutos secos.
Meaning: a blend of foods for snacking on the go (noun)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase frutos secos variados literally translates to 'varied dried fruits' or 'varied nuts'.
Which one should you use?
mezcla de frutos secos translates to 'mix of dried fruits/nuts'.
Did you know?
- In some Latin American countries, a similar snack mix is called pica pica, which refers to the action of picking or snacking on small bites.
- The word secos comes from the verb secar, meaning 'to dry'. Unlike the English 'trail mix' which describes the activity, the Spanish phrase describes the physical state of the ingredients.
- While English uses the specific term 'trail mix' to evoke hiking, Spanish speakers rarely use a word that references 'trails' or 'paths' for this snack.
Examples in context
- Llevo frutos secos variados para el senderismo.I am carrying trail mix for hiking.
- ¿Quieres un poco de frutos secos variados?Do you want some trail mix?
- Me gusta comer frutos secos variados en el camino.I like eating trail mix on the road.
Example conversation
Daniel and Sofía are preparing for a hiking trip.
- DanielSofía, ¿tienes frutos secos variados en tu mochila?Sofía, do you have trail mix in your backpack?
- SofíaSí, Daniel, tengo un paquete para compartir.Yes, Daniel, I have a packet to share.
- DanielPerfecto, eso nos dará mucha energía.Perfect, that will give us a lot of energy.
- SofíaVamos a disfrutar mucho de la caminata.We are going to enjoy the walk a lot.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
