ajo /ˈaxo/ · noun · CEFR A2. Spanish translation of "garlic".

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Source term
garlic
Translation
ajo
CEFR Level
A2
Part of speech
noun
Image
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Article, Gender & Forms

Spanish article/gender note: learn this word with the article "el".

Dictionary form ajo
Article el
Gender/article class masculine
Regular/likely plural ajos
How to use it in a sentence
Pattern
Subject + verb + el ajo
Examples
Esto es el ajo.
Tip
Use the article with the noun when the language normally requires one.

Example Sentences

Ella añadió ajo y cebollas a la salsa.

English: She added garlic and onions to the sauce.

A2 · cooking&Ingredients

Me encanta el pan con mantequilla y ajo.

English: I love bread with butter and garlic.

A2 · cooking&Ingredients

Demasiado ajo puede causar mal aliento.

English: Too much garlic can make your breath smell.

A2 · cooking&Ingredients

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