cream
Significado: The thick yellowish-white liquid that rises to the top of milk; or a soft substance applied to skin
Cream refers to the rich, fatty part of milk used in cooking and coffee. It also means any thick, smooth substance applied to skin (face cream, sun cream). As an adjective, it describes a pale yellowish-white colour. 'The cream of' means the best of something ('the cream of the crop'). 'Cream tea' is a British tradition of tea with scones, cream, and jam.
Ejemplos
- Would you like some cream in your coffee? 你要在咖啡里加点奶油吗?¿Te gustaría un poco de nata en tu café?コーヒーにクリームを入れますか?커피에 크림을 넣으시겠어요?
- Apply the cream twice daily to the affected area. 每天两次将乳霜涂在患处。Aplica la crema dos veces al día en la zona afectada.そのクリームを患部に1日2回塗ってください。그 크림을 환부에 하루 두 번 바르세요.
- She bought a cream-coloured dress for the wedding. 她为婚礼买了一件奶油色的连衣裙。Compró un vestido de color crema para la boda.彼女は結婚式のためにクリーム色のドレスを買いました。그녀는 결혼식을 위해 크림색 드레스를 샀습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Old French 'cresme', a blend of Late Latin 'chrisma' (anointing oil) and Late Latin 'cramum' (cream), of Gaulish origin. The sense of 'the best part' ('the cream of the crop') dates from the 16th century.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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