Nopal: meaning, definitions and examples

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nopal

 

[ หˆnoสŠpษ‘หl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

cactus, food

Nopal is the paddled stem of the prickly pear cactus, often used in Mexican cuisine. Rich in nutrients, it has a slightly tangy flavor and is commonly prepared in salads, tacos, and various dishes.

Synonyms

cactus pad, prickly pear

Examples of usage

  • I added some nopal to my salad for extra flavor.
  • Nopal tacos are a traditional dish in many Mexican households.
  • You can find nopal at most Latin American grocery stores.

Translations

Translations of the word "nopal" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅ‹เคชเคฒ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ nopal

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะพะฟะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒŽใƒ‘ใƒซ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nopal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nopal

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋…ธํŒ”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ูˆุจุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nopal

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nopal

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไป™ไบบๆŽŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฝะพะฟะฐะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒžแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nopal

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nopal

Etymology

The word 'nopal' originates from the Nahuatl language, spoken by the Aztecs and still used by some indigenous peoples in Mexico today. In Nahuatl, the word โ€˜nopalliโ€™ refers to the pads of the Opuntia cactus, which has been a staple food source for centuries. The use of nopal dates back to Mesoamerican civilizations, where it was not only consumed but also valued for its medicinal properties. As Spanish colonizers arrived in the 16th century, they adopted the word and the culinary uses of this plant spread beyond Mexico. Today, nopal is recognized globally not only for its distinctive taste but also for its health benefits, including its high fiber content and low calorie count.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,108, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.