This is the 10159th most frequent Spanish word.
chorizo
A type of seasoned pork sausage, often spicy, originating from Spain or Latin America.
Here, 'chorizo' refers to a type of seasoned sausage often used in cooking.
Compré un chorizo en el mercado para preparar la cena.
I bought a chorizo at the market to prepare dinner.
In this sentence, 'chorizo' is used colloquially in Spain to mean 'crook' or 'dishonest person'.
Ese político es un verdadero chorizo, siempre está envuelto en escándalos de corrupción.
That politician is a real crook; he's always involved in corruption scandals.
Here, 'chorizo' again refers to the sausage, emphasizing its use in appetizers or snacks.