Canary Islands Spanish
Enyesque
Used when sharing small bites before meals in social gatherings.
Literal Meaning
A small portion of food served before a meal, often as an appetizer or snack.
Actual Meaning
Small portion of food or tapas served before a meal
Examples in Context

Vamos a picar unos enyesques antes de la cena.

Vamos a compartir unos enyesques.

¿Tienes algún enyesque para probar?

¿Tienes algún enyesque para acompañar la bebida?

En el bar sirve unos deliciosos enyesques que no te puedes perder.

Helpful Tips
  • 1They can be a good icebreaker in gatherings, opening up conversations over food.
  • 2Enyesques are often enjoyed socially, so don't hesitate to share them with friends.
  • 3Similar to tapas but the Canarian term
  • 4Look for them on menus when you want to try local cuisine in the Canary Islands.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
appetizer
snack
small bite
hors d'oeuvre
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