magdalena

This is the 2423rd most frequent Spanish word.

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magdalena

"Magdalena" means "muffin" or "cupcake" in English, typically referring to a small, sweet sponge cake.


In this sentence, 'magdalenas' refers to a type of sweet baked good, similar to muffins.

Me gusta comer magdalenas en el desayuno.

I enjoy eating muffins for breakfast.


Here, 'Magdalena' is being used as a proper noun, specifically a personal name.

Magdalena es un nombre común en algunos países.

Magdalena is a common name in some countries.


In this sentence, 'magdalena' again refers metaphorically to the baked good, implying something humble or simple in origin.

En España, la fama comenzó como una simple magdalena.

In Spain, fame started as a simple muffin.