This is the 10646th most frequent Spanish word.
cúrcuma
"Turmeric, a yellow-orange spice derived from the root of the Curcuma longa plant."
In this sentence, 'cúrcuma' is used as a noun referring to the spice turmeric, specifically in the context of enhancing the appearance and flavor of food.
Me gusta agregar cúrcuma a los platos porque les da un color amarillo vibrante.
I like to add turmeric to dishes because it gives them a vibrant yellow color.
Here, 'cúrcuma' is used as the subject of the sentence, highlighting its known health benefits and scientific relevance.
La cúrcuma tiene propiedades antiinflamatorias según algunos estudios.
Turmeric has anti-inflammatory properties according to some studies.
In this instance, 'cúrcuma' is mentioned to discuss its culinary uses and cultural significance across global cuisines.