Definition

A type of food made from a corn tortilla that is rolled around a filling like meat or cheese and often deep-fried.

Example

We ordered a plate of flautas for dinner, filled with chicken and topped with salsa.

Conversation

Have you ever tried a flauta?

Yes, I had one at that new Mexican restaurant!

What did you think about the flauta?

It was delicious! The filling was really flavorful.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'flauta' comes from Spanish, meaning flute. It is derived from the Latin 'flāuta', which also means flute, and is related to the verb 'flare', meaning to blow or to breathe. The word 'flauta' refers to a type of flute, specifically a transverse flute.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'flāuta', which means flute, to remember that 'flauta' refers to a type of flute.

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