jamon
ham, cured ham
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/xaˈmon/
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Cultural Note
Jamon iberico de bellota, from acorn-fed Iberian pigs, is considered one of the finest foods in the world. A whole leg of jamon on a jamonero (ham holder) is a fixture in Spanish homes and bars. Carving jamon is an art form, and professional cortadores are highly respected.
📝 Example Sentences
El jamon iberico es una delicia espanola.
Iberian ham is a Spanish delicacy.
Cortamos unas lonchas de jamon para picar.
We cut some slices of ham to snack on.