B2 noun محايد

burrito

/bəˈriːtoʊ/

A Mexican or Tex-Mex dish consisting of a large flour tortilla wrapped into a cylindrical shape to contain various fillings. Common ingredients include seasoned meat, beans, rice, cheese, and vegetables, often served with condiments like salsa or guacamole.

أمثلة

3 من 5
1

I usually grab a bean and cheese burrito for a quick lunch on my break.

I typically buy a tortilla filled with beans and cheese for a fast midday meal.

2

The establishment's signature dish is a gourmet burrito prepared with organic, braised beef.

The restaurant's main specialty is a high-quality tortilla wrap made with organic meat.

3

I'm so hungry I could eat a burrito the size of my head.

I am very hungry and want to eat a very large stuffed tortilla.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
burrito
مرتبط
burritos
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نصيحة للحفظ

In Spanish, 'burro' means donkey and '-ito' means little; think of a 'little donkey' carrying a heavy pack of delicious ingredients on its back.

اختبار سريع

He decided to order a spicy chicken _____ with extra sour cream.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: burrito

أمثلة

1

I usually grab a bean and cheese burrito for a quick lunch on my break.

everyday

I typically buy a tortilla filled with beans and cheese for a fast midday meal.

2

The establishment's signature dish is a gourmet burrito prepared with organic, braised beef.

formal

The restaurant's main specialty is a high-quality tortilla wrap made with organic meat.

3

I'm so hungry I could eat a burrito the size of my head.

informal

I am very hungry and want to eat a very large stuffed tortilla.

4

The sociological impact of the burrito's popularity reflects the fusion of Mexican and American cultures.

academic

The widespread popularity of this food item shows how two different cultures have blended.

5

Our catering menu for the conference includes a variety of mini-burrito options for the guests.

business

The food list for the professional meeting offers small stuffed tortillas for the attendees.

عائلة الكلمة

اسم
burrito
مرتبط
burritos

تلازمات شائعة

breakfast burrito A burrito filled with morning foods like eggs and sausage.
frozen burrito A pre-made burrito kept at sub-zero temperatures for later heating.
bean burrito A tortilla wrap primarily filled with cooked beans.
wrap a burrito The action of folding the tortilla around the filling.
burrito bowl Burrito ingredients served in a bowl without the tortilla.

العبارات الشائعة

burrito joint

An informal or cheap restaurant that specializes in burritos.

the whole burrito

Slang for the entire thing or the complete package (similar to 'the whole enchilada').

loaded burrito

A burrito that contains a very large number of ingredients or toppings.

يُخلط عادةً مع

burrito vs taco

Tacos are smaller, usually use corn tortillas, and are folded in half, whereas burritos are larger flour tortillas rolled closed.

burrito vs enchilada

Enchiladas are typically covered in savory sauce and eaten with a fork, while burritos are often held in the hand.

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ملاحظات الاستخدام

The term is used both for the traditional Mexican food and the heavily modified American 'Mission-style' burritos which are much larger. It is almost always a countable noun.

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أخطاء شائعة

Learners sometimes misspell the word with a single 'r' (burito) or confuse it with a taco, which is a distinct food item.

💡

نصيحة للحفظ

In Spanish, 'burro' means donkey and '-ito' means little; think of a 'little donkey' carrying a heavy pack of delicious ingredients on its back.

📖

أصل الكلمة

From Spanish 'burrito', the diminutive of 'burro' (donkey), possibly because the folded ends of the tortilla resemble a donkey's ears.

أنماط نحوية

Countable noun Plural form: burritos
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السياق الثقافي

The burrito is a staple of Tex-Mex cuisine and is a significant cultural icon of Mexican-American culinary fusion, especially in California and Texas.

اختبار سريع

He decided to order a spicy chicken _____ with extra sour cream.

صحيح!

الإجابة الصحيحة هي: burrito

كلمات ذات صلة

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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