ajo
garlic
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/ˈaxo/
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Cultural Note
Garlic is a cornerstone of Spanish cooking, appearing in countless dishes from sopa de ajo (garlic soup) to gambas al ajillo. Spain is one of Europe's largest garlic producers. The town of Las Pedroneras in Castilla-La Mancha is known as the garlic capital of Spain.
📝 Example Sentences
El ajo es esencial en la cocina espanola.
Garlic is essential in Spanish cuisine.
Anade dos dientes de ajo a la salsa.
Add two cloves of garlic to the sauce.