mezcla
“mezcla” means “mixture” in Spanish (general term, physical or abstract).
mixture, blend
Also: mix, combination
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La mezcla de especias para el pastel huele delicioso.
A2The mixture of spices for the cake smells delicious.
Londres es una mezcla increíble de culturas y lenguas.
B1London is an incredible blend of cultures and languages.
Asegúrate de que la mezcla de cemento sea homogénea.
B2Make sure the cement mix is smooth (homogeneous).
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Which sentence correctly uses the noun 'mezcla'?
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The word 'mezcla' comes from the verb 'mezclar' (to mix), which itself originated from the Latin verb *misculāre*, meaning 'to mingle or mix together.' It has always been related to the idea of combining different things.
First recorded: 13th century (in its verb form)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Cuál es la diferencia entre 'mezcla' y 'combinación'?
Both are very similar! 'Mezcla' (mixture/blend) usually implies that the original ingredients are hard to separate once they are together (like paint colors or cement). 'Combinación' (combination) often suggests that the items are put together but still recognizable or separable (like a combination of clothes or numbers).