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Pinto: meaning, definitions and examples

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pinto

 

[ หˆpษชntoสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of bean

Pinto refers to a variety of common beans that are speckled and often used in Mexican cuisine. They are known for their creamy texture and rich flavor when cooked. Pinto beans are a staple in dishes like refried beans and burritos.

Synonyms

Phaseolus vulgaris, common bean

Examples of usage

  • I love adding pinto beans to my chili.
  • Pinto beans are an excellent source of protein.
  • She made a delicious pinto bean salad.
  • You can find pinto beans in most grocery stores.
  • Refried pinto beans are a popular side dish.
Context #2 | Noun

horse breed

Pinto is also a term used to describe a horse with a coat that has large patches of white and any other color. This coloration can occur in various horse breeds and is classified based on the pattern of the coat. Pintos are often prized for their striking appearance.

Synonyms

multicolored horse, spotted horse

Examples of usage

  • The pinto horse galloped gracefully across the field.
  • She won first place in the pinto category at the rodeo.
  • Pinto horses come in many different shapes and sizes.
  • He loves riding his pinto mare on weekends.
  • Pintos are commonly used in western riding competitions.

Translations

Translations of the word "pinto" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ะฟั–ะฝั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคฟเค‚เคŸเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pinto

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะฝั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ”ใƒณใƒˆ่ฑ†

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pinto

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pinto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ•€ํ† 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจูŠู†ุชูˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pinto

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pinto

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ“ๆ‰˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟะธะฝั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pinto

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pinto

Etymology

The word 'pinto' comes from the Spanish word 'pinto', which means 'spotted' or 'painted'. It was originally used to describe horses with a mottled coat but eventually extended to include beans with similar speckled appearances. The culinary use of 'pinto beans' dates back to Native American agriculture, where they were first domesticated in Central Mexico. These beans were later adopted into the cuisines of various cultures, especially in the Southwestern United States and Mexico. As a result of their popularity, pinto beans became a staple food due to their nutritious content and versatility in cooking. Today, they are celebrated not only for their flavor but also as a key ingredient in dishes like burritos, tacos, and soups.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,668 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.