Spanish word

romero

Pronunciation

IPA/roˈmeɾo/

Meaning

  • masculine nounrosemary

Example

¿Quieres un poco de romero para la sopa?

Do you want a little rosemary for the soup?

Illustration for romero (rosemary)

More examples

El aroma del romero alegra la cocina.

The aroma of rosemary brightens the kitchen.

Core concept

Single sprig of rosemary with thin needlelike leaves.

Common phrases

  • ramita de romero

    sprig of rosemary

  • aceite de romero

    rosemary oil

  • infusión de romero

    rosemary infusion

  • hojas de romero

    rosemary leaves

Similar words

orégano: Robust, aromatic leaf herb that withstands drying and lends bold flavor to tomato dishes.
tomillo: Small-leaf herb in twiggy sprigs that releases a gentle savory aroma during long stews.
laurel: Tough whole bay leaves added to simmering dishes to impart a warm, steady background aroma.
salvia: Strongly aromatic herb with soft leaves traditionally used to flavor and enrich meat dishes.

Definition in Spanish

Planta aromática llamada romero, empleada en cocina y en remedios populares; homónimo histórico puede referirse a un peregrino a Roma.

Word origin

The herb name derives from Latin rosmarinus ('dew of the sea'), whereas the separate historical noun for a pilgrim comes from Roma plus the suffix -ero.

Usage tips

  • The herb is grammatically masculine in Spanish and appears as el romero rather than la romero.

Other meanings

  • pilgrimnoun

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