No. 2,040 in Spanish
serrano
"Serrano" means "mountainous" or "from the mountains."
In a sentence
¿Has probado el jamón serrano?
Have you tried the serrano ham?
In this sentence, 'serrano' refers to a specific type of cured ham traditional to Spain, known for its distinctive flavor and preparation style.
El pueblo serrano está ubicado en las montañas.
The mountain village is located in the hills.
Here, 'serrano' is used as an adjective meaning 'related to the mountains or hills', describing the geographical nature of the village.
El chile serrano es muy picante.
The serrano chili is very spicy.
In this context, 'serrano' denotes a variety of chili pepper known for its spiciness and role in culinary recipes, particularly in Latin American cuisine.
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