Definition

A type of sweet potato that has white, dry flesh and is not very sweet, commonly found in subtropical areas.

Example

In many tropical dishes, boniato is used as a substitute for regular sweet potatoes.

Conversation

Have you ever tried cooking with boniato?

No, I haven't! What is it like?

It's a type of sweet potato with white flesh, and it tastes great!

That sounds interesting, I should give boniato a try sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Boniato originates from Spanish, where it refers to a type of sweet potato. The term is derived from the Taíno word 'baniato', which means sweet potato. The word 'boniato' specifically refers to a variety of sweet potato that is often found in Latin American cuisine.

Memory Tip

Think of the Taíno word 'baniato' for sweet potato, which helps you remember that 'boniato' refers to a type of sweet potato.

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