This is the 14052nd most frequent Spanish word.
tamales
Tamales: Traditional Latin American dish made of masa (corn dough) filled with meat, vegetables, or other ingredients, wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves, and steamed.
Tamales are used as a food item prepared and consumed.
Preparé tamales para la cena de ayer.
I prepared tamales for yesterday's dinner.
Tamales represent a traditional dish associated with family culture and heritage.
En mi familia, la receta de tamales se pasa de generación en generación.
In my family, the tamales recipe is passed down from generation to generation.
Tamales are discussed as an item to be ordered or distributed.