No. 10,646 in Spanish
cúrcuma
"Turmeric, a yellow-orange spice derived from the root of the Curcuma longa plant."
In a sentence
Me gusta agregar cúrcuma a los platos porque les da un color amarillo vibrante.
I like to add turmeric to dishes because it gives them a vibrant yellow color.
In this sentence, 'cúrcuma' is used as a noun referring to the spice turmeric, specifically in the context of enhancing the appearance and flavor of food.
La cúrcuma tiene propiedades antiinflamatorias según algunos estudios.
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties according to some studies.
Here, 'cúrcuma' is used as the subject of the sentence, highlighting its known health benefits and scientific relevance.
Aunque la cúrcuma es típica de la cocina asiática, también se usa en recetas de muchas otras culturas.
Although turmeric is typical of Asian cuisine, it is also used in recipes from many other cultures.
In this instance, 'cúrcuma' is mentioned to discuss its culinary uses and cultural significance across global cuisines.
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