frijol
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USAGE NOTE
This word may also be spelled “fríjol” in the singular masculine noun.
el frijol(
free
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hohl
)A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
1. (culinary) (Latin America)
Regionalism used in Latin America: all the countries in South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. Does not include Spain.
los frijoles
A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
2. (figurative) (nourishment) (Mexico)
A phrase used as a figure of speech or a word that is symbolic in meaning; metaphorical (e.g., carrot, bean).
Regionalism used in Mexico
No queremos dinero o bienes, solo frijoles y un techo.We don't want money or possessions, just food and shelter.
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