Spanish word

sardina

Pronunciation

IPA/saɾˈðina/

Meaning

  • feminine nounsardine

Example

Anoche comimos sardinas al horno.

Last night we ate sardines baked in the oven.

Illustration for sardina (sardine)

More examples

Compré una lata de sardinas para la cena.

I bought a can of sardines for dinner.

Core concept

Small oily silver fish commonly preserved or canned.

Common phrases

  • lata de sardinas

    can of sardines

  • sardinas frescas

    fresh sardines

Similar words

anchoa: Small intensely flavored fish, usually salt-cured or packed in oil.
boquerón: Small fish cured in vinegar or salt and served cold as an appetizer.
caballa: Medium oily blue-backed fish commonly grilled or stewed.
arenque: Long oily fish often preserved by salting or smoking.

Definition in Spanish

Designa un pez pequeño y plateado que en la cocina se consume frito, al horno o en conserva.

Word origin

The Spanish word comes from Latin sardina and Greek sardinos, a name linked to small fish around the island of Sardinia.

Usage tips

  • Labels often say 'sardinas en escabeche' (marinated) or 'sardinas en conserva' (preserved), so checking the preparation helps predict flavor.

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