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mantequilla

English translation of mantequilla

butter

The Spanish word 'mantequilla' translates to 'butter' in English. This is a noun typically used to refer to a yellowish or whitish emulsion of butterfat, water, and air, churned from milk or cream and used in cooking or as a spread or topping. In many Spanish-speaking cultures, it's frequently used in various recipes or served with bread.


Example sentences using: mantequilla

Me gusta untar mantequilla en mi tostada.

English translation of Me gusta untar mantequilla en mi tostada.

I like to spread butter on my toast.

This phrase expresses a personal preference for using butter as a spread on toast, a common practice for breakfast.

La mantequilla se derrite rápidamente en la sartén caliente.

English translation of La mantequilla se derrite rápidamente en la sartén caliente.

The butter melts quickly in the hot pan.

This sentence describes the physical property of butter when exposed to heat, indicating how it transforms to a liquid state when heated.

Prefiero la mantequilla con sal para cocinar mis platos.

English translation of Prefiero la mantequilla con sal para cocinar mis platos.

I prefer salted butter for cooking my dishes.

This example reflects a cooking preference, highlighting the use of salted butter to enhance the flavor of various dishes.

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