arroz

a-RROHS/aˈroθ/

“arroz” means “rice” in Spanish (the grain or the cooked food).

rice

NounmA1

Puerto Rico / CaribbeanSpain (Valencia)

A simple white ceramic bowl filled to the brim with fluffy, white cooked rice, centered on a soft background.

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Quiero un poco de arroz blanco con pollo, por favor.

I want some white rice with chicken, please.

El arroz es un ingrediente básico en muchas culturas.

Rice is a basic ingredient in many cultures.

¿Cuántos kilos de arroz compraste para la paella?

How many kilos of rice did you buy for the paella?

Word Connections

Common Collocations

arroz con leche – rice pudding
campo de arroz – rice field / paddy
arroz integral – brown rice

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Words that translate to "arroz" in Spanish:

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Quick Quiz: arroz

Question 1 of 1

Which sentence correctly uses 'arroz'?

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👥 Word Family▼

arrocero(rice grower / related to rice) — Adjective / Noun

arrocera(rice cooker (appliance)) — Noun

🎵 Rhymes▼

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📚 Etymology▼

The word 'arroz' comes from the Arabic word 'ar-ruzz.' This reflects the historical fact that rice cultivation and many rice-based recipes were introduced to the Iberian Peninsula by Arab civilizations centuries ago.

First recorded: Around the 10th-11th century (via Mozarabic)

Cognates (Related words)

Portuguese: arrozCatalan: arròs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'arroz' masculine or feminine?

'Arroz' is always masculine. You must use the article 'el' or 'un' with it (el arroz).

How do I say 'rice field' in Spanish?

You can say 'un campo de arroz' or 'un arrozal.' The word 'arrozal' specifically means 'a place where rice grows.'