# agua

/ˈɑɡwə/ (US) · CEFR B1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/agua
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

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

For teachers: 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'.

## Examples

- She ordered an agua de limón at the restaurant.
- The recipe calls for a splash of agua to help the sauce reach the right consistency.
- 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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