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agua

n. uncountable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈɑɡwə// agua

n. the Spanish word for water. You might hear it used in English when talking about drinks or in a kitchen setting.

n. the Spanish term for water, often used in English contexts to specify a beverage or in culinary instructions. Frequently appears in loan phrases like 'agua fresca' or 'agua de coco'.


SIMPLE

She ordered an agua de limón at the restaurant.

CONTEXTUAL

The recipe calls for a splash of agua to help the sauce reach the right consistency.

COMPLEX

While the menu was in English, the waiter confirmed the order by repeating the Spanish term, 'Un agua de fresa, por favor'.

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