wrap de pavo
/ˈrap de ˈpabo/word by word
The English phrase "turkey wrap" is translated into Spanish as wrap de pavo.
The phrase refers to a food item consisting of a tortilla rolled around a filling of sliced turkey and other ingredients.
What does it mean word for word?
The word wrap is a loanword from English used to refer to the type of sandwich.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈrap de ˈpabo/
Did you know?
- In Spanish, pavo can also be used as a slang term for a 'sucker' or someone who is easily fooled.
- The word pavo shares the same Latin root as the word for 'peacock', which is pavón in Spanish.
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, you might find this dish listed simply as a 'sándwich enrollado' rather than using the English term wrap.
Examples in context
- Quisiera probar un wrap de pavo.I would like to try a turkey wrap.
- Quiero un wrap de pavo para el almuerzo.I want a turkey wrap for lunch.
- ¿Tienes un wrap de pavo en el menú?Do you have a turkey wrap on the menu?
- Este wrap de pavo está muy rico.This turkey wrap is very tasty.
Example conversation
At a cafe during lunchtime.
- LucíaHola Mateo, ¿qué vas a pedir?Hi Mateo, what are you going to order?
- MateoCreo que pediré un wrap de pavo.I think I will order a turkey wrap.
- LucíaEse wrap de pavo es una buena opción.That turkey wrap is a good option.
- MateoSí, tengo mucha hambre.Yes, I am very hungry.
