Definición y Significado de "peanut"

Peanut

SUSTANTIVO

cacahuete, maní

a type of nut that could be eaten, growing underground in a thin shell

Dialect

groundnut

British

What is a "peanut"?

Peanuts, also known as groundnuts, are versatile legumes enjoyed for their rich flavor and crunchy texture. They are a staple ingredient in many cuisines worldwide and are commonly eaten roasted, salted, or used in various dishes. In cooking, peanuts add a savory and nutty taste, enhancing the flavor of both sweet and savory dishes. They are also commonly used in snacks, desserts, and confections, such as peanut brittle and peanut cookies. Beyond their culinary uses, peanuts are valued for their nutritional benefits, being rich in protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Example

I could n't resist buying a bag of freshly roasted peanuts from the street vendor.

No pude resistir la tentación de comprar una bolsa de cacahuates recién asados del vendedor ambulante.

Peanut sauce is a key ingredient in many Asian dishes.

La salsa de cacahuate es un ingrediente clave en muchos platos asiáticos.

pequeñín, güerito

a young child who is small for his age

cacahuete, maní

widely cultivated American plant cultivated in tropical and warm regions; showy yellow flowers on stalks that bend over to the soil so that seed pods ripen underground

cacahuate, maní

underground pod of the peanut vine

Dialect