How to Say "marmalade" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “marmalade” is “mermelada” — A1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
Examples
Quiero una tostada con mantequilla y mermelada de fresa.
I want a piece of toast with butter and strawberry jam.
Esta mermelada casera no tiene conservantes.
This homemade jam doesn't have preservatives.
Untó la mermelada con cuidado sobre el bizcocho.
He carefully spread the jam over the sponge cake.
One word for all fruits
In English, 'marmalade' usually means orange or citrus. In Spanish, 'mermelada' covers everything: strawberry, peach, orange, and more!
Feminine Noun
This word is feminine, so you always use 'la' or 'una' with it (la mermelada).
The 'Marmelada' Trap
Mistake: “Me gusta la marmelada.”
Correction: Me gusta la mermelada. Remember it starts with 'mer-' like 'merienda' (afternoon snack)!
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