Spanish Conversation · Level 124
60 words
Spanish word
orégano
Pronunciation
IPA/oˈɾeɣano/
Meaning
- masculine nounoregano
Example
Pon orégano en la ensalada.
Put oregano in the salad.
More examples
Tomé un té de orégano antes de dormir.
I drank an oregano tea before going to sleep.
Core concept
Green aromatic herb leaves used sparingly to flavor savory dishes.
Common phrases
aceite de orégano
oregano oil
té de orégano
oregano tea
ensalada con orégano
salad with oregano
Similar words
hierba: Leafy plant parts used fresh to add a light, green aroma to dishes.
condimento: Ingredient added to food to give it taste or aroma.
especia: Dried seeds or peels used as concentrated seasonings to add aroma or heat.
planta: Organism with roots, stems, and leaves that grows in soil.
Definition in Spanish
Planta aromática cuyas hojas, frescas o secas, se usan en pequeñas cantidades para dar sabor a platos salados como ensaladas y salsas.
Word origin
From Greek ὀρίγανον via medieval Latin origānum, a name traditionally understood as a fragrant mountain plant that entered Spanish as orégano.
Usage tips
- Menus and markets often label orégano as fresco or seco, and fresh leaves give a brighter, less concentrated flavor than dried.