Torta
noun
A type of cake or pastry, typically round, often made with cream, fruit, or other sweet ingredients.
She baked a delicious torta for the birthday party.
Often appears as...
- chocolate torta
- fruit torta
Usage tips
Neutral
cake, pastry, dessert
noun
A type of sandwich made with a soft roll, specifically common in Mexican cuisine.
He ordered a torta ahogada, a sandwich drenched in a spicy sauce.
Often appears as...
- torta de pollo
- torta de carne
Usage tips
Neutral
sandwich, roll, filling
noun
A type of cake or pastry, typically round, often made with cream, fruit, or other sweet ingredients.
She baked a delicious torta for the birthday party.
Often appears as...
- chocolate torta
- fruit torta
Usage tips
Neutral
cake, pastry, dessert
noun
A type of sandwich made with a soft roll, specifically common in Mexican cuisine.
He ordered a torta ahogada, a sandwich drenched in a spicy sauce.
Often appears as...
- torta de pollo
- torta de carne
Usage tips
Neutral
sandwich, roll, filling
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Uses
In many cultures, tortas can vary widely in ingredients and methods of preparation.
A torta de Santiago is often made with almonds and is traditional in Spain.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In Mexico, tortas can refer to hearty sandwiches filled with meats and toppings.
He enjoyed a torta during his lunch break.
Pro Tip 3/3Dessert vs. Savory
Understand the context: a torta can be sweet or savory, affecting its preparation and ingredients.
Her torta was filled with cream cheese, making it a delightful dessert.
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Uses
In many cultures, tortas can vary widely in ingredients and methods of preparation.
A torta de Santiago is often made with almonds and is traditional in Spain.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In Mexico, tortas can refer to hearty sandwiches filled with meats and toppings.
He enjoyed a torta during his lunch break.
Pro Tip 3/3Dessert vs. Savory
Understand the context: a torta can be sweet or savory, affecting its preparation and ingredients.
Her torta was filled with cream cheese, making it a delightful dessert.
Pro Tip 1/3Culinary Uses
In many cultures, tortas can vary widely in ingredients and methods of preparation.
A torta de Santiago is often made with almonds and is traditional in Spain.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Significance
In Mexico, tortas can refer to hearty sandwiches filled with meats and toppings.
He enjoyed a torta during his lunch break.
Pro Tip 3/3Dessert vs. Savory
Understand the context: a torta can be sweet or savory, affecting its preparation and ingredients.
Her torta was filled with cream cheese, making it a delightful dessert.
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