Definition

A flat, round bread made from corn or wheat flour, often used in Mexican cuisine for wraps or as a side dish.

Example

I made tacos using fresh tortillas from the market.

Conversation

Have you ever tried making your own tortilla?

No, I haven't! How do you do it?

It's really easy; you just need some flour and water to start.

That sounds fun! I should give homemade tortilla a try.

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Root Explanation

Tortilla originates from Spanish 'tortilla', which is a diminutive form of 'torta' (meaning cake or round bread). The word refers to a small round cake or flatbread, particularly made from corn or wheat flour.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'cake' ('torta') when you remember that a tortilla is a type of flatbread.

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