royal
“royal” means “baking powder” in Spanish (cooking ingredient used to make cakes rise).
baking powder
Also: yeast
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Necesito un sobre de royal para que el bizcocho suba.
A2I need a packet of baking powder so the sponge cake rises.
Mezcla la harina con una cucharadita de royal antes de añadir los huevos.
B1Mix the flour with a teaspoon of baking powder before adding the eggs.
Si no le pones royal, la masa se quedará muy plana.
B2If you don't add baking powder, the dough will stay very flat.
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Derived from the American 'Royal Baking Powder Company.' The brand became so dominant in the Spanish market during the 20th century that the name replaced the generic term for the product.
First recorded: Early 20th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'royal' a real Spanish word?
Technically no, it's an English brand name. However, it is used as a common noun in everyday Spanish to mean baking powder.
Can I use 'royal' to mean 'regal'?
No. If you want to describe something as majestic or related to a monarchy, you must use the word 'real'.
Does 'royal' refer to the same thing as 'levadura'?
In a kitchen, yes. While 'levadura' can mean biological yeast (for bread), 'royal' specifically refers to the chemical baking powder used for biscuits and cakes.