arroz
rice
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/aˈroθ/
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Cultural Note
Rice is central to the cuisine of Valencia and the entire Spanish Mediterranean coast. Beyond paella, there are many rice dishes: arroz negro (black rice with squid ink), arroz a banda, and arroz al horno. At Spanish weddings, guests traditionally throw rice at the newlyweds.
📝 Example Sentences
El arroz con leche es un postre clasico espanol.
Rice pudding is a classic Spanish dessert.
En Valencia se cultiva el mejor arroz de Espana.
The best rice in Spain is grown in Valencia.