aceite
Del latín 'axīte', que significa 'aceite' o 'grasa'.
NOUN
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[/aˈθei̯.te/es-ES]
[/aˈse.i.te/es-MX]
oil
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fat
literalculinary
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lubricant
specific
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essential oil
specificaromatherapy
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concept of oil as a fatty substance
untranslatable
(The concept of 'aceite' encompasses both culinary oils and non-food fats, which does not have a single encompassing term in ENGLISH.)
Aceite refers broadly to a viscous liquid that is not miscible with water. While often translating to oil, it encompasses a wider range of substances than the English "oil" alone. It includes edible oils (like olive or sunflower oil), lubricants (such as motor oil), and certain fats, especially when liquid or semi-liquid (though "grasa" is more common for solid fats). It can also refer to essential oils used for medicinal or aromatic purposes. The English language typically uses more specific terms or distinguishes between 'oil' and 'fat', whereas 'aceite' serves as a more general umbrella term for these oily or fatty substances.
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| aceites |
- Necesito comprar más aceite de oliva para cocinar. — I need to buy more olive oil for cooking.
- Es importante revisar el aceite del motor regularmente. — It's important to check the engine oil regularly.
- Este champú tiene aceite de argán para el cabello. — This shampoo has argan oil for hair.
- Una gota de aceite puede estropear la alfombra. — A drop of oil can ruin the carpet.