English–Spanish

“cinnamon” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/kaˈnela/

Example

Me encanta la canela en los postres.

I love cinnamon in desserts.

Illustration for canela (cinnamon)

How to say “cinnamon” in Spanish

“Cinnamon” in Spanish is canela.

A fragrant brown seasoning made from the dried, rolled bark of certain trees.

Full entry for canela: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with canela

El aroma a canela llena la cocina.

The aroma of cinnamon fills the kitchen.

Tips for using canela

  • Shops and recipes may label varieties as canela de Ceilán (Ceylon) or canela china, and canela en rama is commonly used for infusing liquids while canela molida is usual for baking.

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