maíz

This is the 7877th most frequent Spanish word.


maíz

Corn; a cereal plant that produces kernels used for food.


In this sentence, 'maíz' refers to the corn crop, emphasizing its agricultural context.

El campo está lleno de plantas de maíz.

The field is full of corn plants.


Here, 'maíz' is used to describe as the origin of the flour ingredient, highlighting its culinary application.

Hoy voy a preparar arepas con harina de maíz.

Today, I'm going to prepare arepas with corn flour.


In this context, 'maíz' refers to the staple food item central to the diet of a demographic or culture, showcasing its historical and dietary significance.

Los antiguos indígenas cultivaban maíz como base de su dieta.

The ancient indigenous people cultivated corn as the base of their diet.