Spanish Word · Intermediate
manteca
fat, lard
Pronunciation: /manˈteka/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "fat, lard".
Example
Coloco la manteca junto con el azúcar batir bastante hasta blanquear la preparación
I add together butter with sugar [and] beat it thoroughly until the mix turns pale.
Practice tips
- Practice manteca out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.