This is the 4017th most frequent Spanish word.
carolina
"Carolina" in Spanish is a proper noun, typically a feminine given name, equivalent to "Caroline" in English.
Here, 'Carolina' is used as a proper name referring to a specific individual.
Carolina es una amiga muy especial.
Carolina is a very special friend.
In this case, 'carolina' is used as a common noun, potentially referring to a specific type of plant.
La carolina es una planta que crece de manera exuberante.
The carolina is a plant that grows exuberantly.
Here, 'carolina' is an adjective modifying 'pastel', indicating the style or variety of the cake.