cereza
“cereza” means “cherry” in Spanish (the small, round, red fruit).
cherry
Also: cherry red
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Me gusta comer una cereza dulce después de cenar.
A1I like to eat a sweet cherry after dinner.
Compramos un kilo de cerezas frescas en el mercado local.
A2We bought a kilo of fresh cherries at the local market.
La tarta de queso está decorada con una cereza brillante.
B1The cheesecake is decorated with a shiny cherry.
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From the Latin word 'cerasium', which came from the Greek 'kerasion'. This name likely comes from an ancient city called Cerasus (modern-day Giresun in Turkey), famous for its cherry trees.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'cereza' masculine or feminine?
It is feminine. You should always say 'la cereza' or 'las cerezas'.
What is the difference between cereza and guinda?
A 'cereza' is generally the sweet cherry most people eat raw. A 'guinda' is typically a sour or more acidic cherry, often used in cooking, liqueurs, or as the bright red maraschino cherry in drinks.
Can 'cereza' be used to describe a color?
Yes! You can say 'un vestido color cereza' to describe a dark, rich red color.