Definition

A type of sweet potato that is often dry and has yellowish to white flesh, commonly eaten in many tropical regions.

Example

In many tropical countries, people enjoy batata as a staple food.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with batata?

Yes, I love how versatile it is in dishes!

I just made a stew with batata and it turned out amazing.

That sounds delicious! I should try making that too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'batata' originates from the Taino language, meaning sweet potato. It was adopted into Spanish and later into English, referring specifically to this starchy root vegetable.

Memory Tip

Think of the Taino word for sweet potato, 'batata', to remember that it refers to this specific type of root vegetable.

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