Tapa
noun
A small dish of food served as an appetizer in Spanish-speaking countries, often meant for sharing.
We ordered several tapas to share at the restaurant.
Often appears as...
- patatas bravas
- chorizo tapa
Usage tips
Neutral
small dish, Spanish cuisine, shared meal
noun
A lid or cover, often used in reference to containers or vessels.
She placed the tapa back on the jar to keep the contents fresh.
Often appears as...
- tight tapa
- removable tapa
Usage tips
Neutral
jar lid, container cover, pot lid
noun
A small dish of food served as an appetizer in Spanish-speaking countries, often meant for sharing.
We ordered several tapas to share at the restaurant.
Often appears as...
- patatas bravas
- chorizo tapa
Usage tips
Neutral
small dish, Spanish cuisine, shared meal
noun
A lid or cover, often used in reference to containers or vessels.
She placed the tapa back on the jar to keep the contents fresh.
Often appears as...
- tight tapa
- removable tapa
Usage tips
Neutral
jar lid, container cover, pot lid
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Sharing Culture
The social act of sharing tapas emphasizes community dining and interaction.
Ordering a variety of tapas encourages conversation among diners.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary Exploration
Trying different tapas can enhance your culinary knowledge and expand your palate.
Don't hesitate to ask for recommendations from the waiter.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the role of tapas in Spanish culture helps appreciate the dining experience.
Tapa nights at Spanish restaurants reflect a rich social tradition.
Pro Tip 1/3Sharing Culture
The social act of sharing tapas emphasizes community dining and interaction.
Ordering a variety of tapas encourages conversation among diners.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary Exploration
Trying different tapas can enhance your culinary knowledge and expand your palate.
Don't hesitate to ask for recommendations from the waiter.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the role of tapas in Spanish culture helps appreciate the dining experience.
Tapa nights at Spanish restaurants reflect a rich social tradition.
Pro Tip 1/3Sharing Culture
The social act of sharing tapas emphasizes community dining and interaction.
Ordering a variety of tapas encourages conversation among diners.
Pro Tip 2/3Culinary Exploration
Trying different tapas can enhance your culinary knowledge and expand your palate.
Don't hesitate to ask for recommendations from the waiter.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Significance
Understanding the role of tapas in Spanish culture helps appreciate the dining experience.
Tapa nights at Spanish restaurants reflect a rich social tradition.
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