This is the 7717th most frequent Spanish word.
lima
"Lima" in Spanish can mean "lime" (the fruit) or "file" (a tool for smoothing surfaces).
Here, 'lima' means a tool used for smoothing or shaping materials, such as metal or wood.
Necesito una lima para pulir la superficie de este metal.
I need a file to polish the surface of this metal.
In this sentence, 'lima' refers to the fruit, which is commonly used in cooking and beverages.
La lima que compré ayer está en el refrigerador.
The lime I bought yesterday is in the fridge.
This sentence uses 'Lima' as a proper noun, referring to a specific place, the city of Lima in Peru.