jalapeno
Translation
jalapeño
Examples
I added some jalapenos to the nachos.
I added some jalapeños to the nachos.
Grammar Patterns
a jalapeno a single jalapeno pepper I need one jalapeno for the recipe.
some jalapenos multiple jalapeno peppers She chopped some jalapenos for the salsa.
Similar Words
Synonyms: hot pepper, chili pepper
Etymology
Named after the city of Xalapa (also spelled Jalapa) in Mexico, where it was traditionally cultivated.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'Jalapa' is a city in Mexico to recall the pepper's origin and help with pronunciation.