Literal Meaning

Ejotes/Judías verdes

Actual Meaning

Green beans — Peninsular Spanish. Mexico uses 'ejotes', Argentina uses 'chauchas'.

Context

Used when discussing healthy meals or cooking recipes featuring vegetables.

Examples

• "Me encanta preparar una ensalada con judías verdes y tomates frescos."
• "En la cena de esta noche, vamos a servir pollo con judías verdes."
• "¿Quieres probar las judías verdes que hice al vapor? Son muy saludables."

Tips

• Judías verdes are commonly used in various Spanish dishes, especially in salads or as a side vegetable.
• In some regions, people may use 'ejotes' instead of 'judías verdes', so be aware of different terms in different Spanish-speaking countries.
• In casual conversations about food, mentioning 'judías verdes' may imply a healthy choice or diet.