Rice in Spanish
The Spanish word for 'rice' is 'arroz', pronounced ah-RROHS (IPA: /aˈros/). It is an A1-level masculine noun (plural: arroces).
Pronunciation: ah-RROHS
| Spanish | arroz |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | ah-RROHS · /aˈros/ |
| Part of speech | noun (masculine) |
| Plural | arroces |
| Level | A1 (beginner-friendly) |
Example Sentences with 'arroz'
- El arroz con pollo es mi plato favorito.
Rice with chicken is my favorite dish. - ¿El plato viene con arroz o con papas?
Does the dish come with rice or potatoes? - Mi mamá prepara el arroz con un poco de ajo y cebolla.
My mom makes rice with a little garlic and onion. - En Valencia probamos una paella en la que el arroz estaba en su punto exacto.
In Valencia we tried a paella where the rice was cooked exactly right.
Common Phrases with 'arroz'
- arroz con leche
rice pudding - pasarse el arroz
to be past one's prime / too late for something (Spain, colloquial)
How to Use 'arroz'
'Arroz' is uncountable in everyday use; the plural 'arroces' refers to rice dishes or varieties ('los arroces valencianos'). The plural changes z to c. Note the trilled 'rr'.
Regional note: Iconic rice dishes differ by country: 'arroz con pollo' (Latin America), 'paella' (Spain), 'gallo pinto' (Costa Rica/Nicaragua, rice and beans), 'arroz chaufa' (Peru, Chinese-Peruvian fried rice).
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Frequently Asked Questions
'Rice' in Spanish is 'arroz', pronounced ah-RROHS.
It is spelled a-r-r-o-z.
'Arroz' is masculine: you say 'el arroz'.
The plural of 'arroz' is 'arroces'.
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