ahuatle - Meaning, Image, Examples & Etymology - Learn English Visually

ahuatle

|a-hua-tle|

/əˈwɑːtleɪ/

insect eggs in cuisine

Etymology

Etymology Information

'ahuatle' originates from the Nahuatl language, specifically the word 'ahuautli', where 'ahuautli' meant 'water amaranth'.

Historical Evolution

'ahuautli' was adopted into Spanish as 'ahuatle', and eventually became the modern English word 'ahuatle'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to 'water amaranth', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'insect eggs used in Mexican cuisine'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

ahuatle is a traditional Mexican food made from the eggs of water insects, particularly from the species of the water boatman.

Ahuatle is often used in Mexican cuisine as a protein-rich ingredient.

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Last updated: 2025/06/05 13:51