How to Say "butter" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “butter” is “mantequilla” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Quiero pan tostado con mantequilla para el desayuno.
I want toast with butter for breakfast.
¿Puedes pasarme la mantequilla, por favor?
Can you pass me the butter, please?
La receta pide una cucharada de mantequilla derretida.
The recipe asks for one tablespoon of melted butter.
Gender Rule
Remember that 'mantequilla' is a feminine word, so you must use 'la' or 'una' before it (e.g., 'la mantequilla').
Confusing the Product and the Container
Mistake: “Some learners confuse 'mantequilla' (the product) with 'mantequillera' (the butter dish).”
Correction: Keep them separate: 'la mantequilla' is what you eat; 'la mantequillera' is the container where you store it.
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