salsa inglesa
/ˌsalsa inˈɡlesa/feminine
Worcestershire sauce is known in Spanish as salsa inglesa. Wiktionary also lists salsa Worcestershire.
Meaning: English condiment (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| salsa inglesa | /ˌsalsa inˈɡlesa/ | feminine |
| salsa Worcestershire | /ˌsalsa ˈbusteɾʃiɾ/ | feminine |
This term refers to the English condiment. When shopping in most Spanish-speaking grocery stores, you should look for salsa inglesa rather than using the specific English name to find the product.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase salsa inglesa literally translates to English sauce.
Which one should you use?
salsa inglesa is the most common way to refer to this condiment in Spanish-speaking countries. In contrast, salsa Worcestershire is a more literal transliteration of the original English name.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Argentina and Uruguay, locals may refer to the condiment as salsa inglesa.
How does it change in a sentence?
Both forms are feminine nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
/ˌsalsa inˈɡlesa/
Did you know?
- In certain culinary contexts in Mexico, salsa inglesa is a key component of 'estilo' marinades for grilled meats, often paired with soy sauce and mustard.
- Because 'salsa' comes from the Latin 'salsus', meaning 'salted', the name of this sauce hides an ancient linguistic connection to the very concept of salt.
- In many Latin American kitchens, salsa inglesa is used as a primary seasoning for marinated meats and stews rather than just as a condiment for a finished dish.
Examples in context
- Añade un poco de salsa inglesa a la carne.Add a little Worcestershire sauce to the meat.
- No encuentro la salsa inglesa en la despensa.I can't find the Worcestershire sauce in the pantry.
- ¿Tienes salsa inglesa para el adobo?Do you have Worcestershire sauce for the marinade?
Example conversation
Alejandro and Sofía are cooking dinner in the kitchen.
- Alejandro¿Dónde guardaste la salsa inglesa?Where did you store the Worcestershire sauce?
- SofíaEstá en el estante de las especias.It is on the spice shelf.
- AlejandroGracias, la necesito para la receta.Thanks, I need it for the recipe.
- SofíaDe nada, Alejandro.You're welcome, Alejandro.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “worcestershire sauce” translations and entries salsa inglesa, salsa Worcestershire, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries salsa, salsa inglesa, CC BY-SA 4.0.
