What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
aguacate
Example
Me encanta el guacamole con aguacate fresco. [aguacate: noun]
Example
Necesitamos comprar algunos aguacates para la ensalada. [aguacates: plural noun]
avocado
Example
I love having avocado toast for breakfast. [avocado: noun]
Example
We need to add some avocados to the salad. [avocados: plural noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Avocado is more common than aguacate in everyday English language. However, aguacate is still widely used in Spanish-speaking countries and in dishes that originate from those regions.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between aguacate and avocado?
Both aguacate and avocado are considered neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
