How to Say "balsamic" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “balsamic” is “vinagre” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Prefiero la ensalada con mucho vinagre y poca sal.
I prefer salad with plenty of vinegar and little salt.
El vinagre de manzana es excelente para desinfectar verduras.
Apple cider vinegar is excellent for disinfecting vegetables.
Mezcla agua con un chorrito de vinagre para limpiar los cristales.
Mix water with a splash of vinegar to clean the windows.
Always Masculine
Even though it ends in 'e', 'vinagre' is always masculine. You must use 'el' or 'un' with it: 'el vinagre blanco'.
Uncountable Noun
Like 'water' or 'sugar,' you don't usually say 'two vinegars' unless you mean 'two types of vinegar.' Use words like 'un chorro' (a splash) to talk about amounts.
Gender confusion
Mistake: “la vinagre”
Correction: el vinagre (It is a masculine noun).
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