la olla
the pot
Example Sentence
La olla hierve y la sopa huele bien.
The pot is boiling and the soup smells good.
Meaning
La olla is a pot, typically used for boiling, soups, stews, and anything that cooks with liquid. It is a staple word for cozy meals.
Common Phrases
- olla grande — large pot
- hervir en la olla — to boil in the pot
Example
La olla está en el fuego y hierve.
The pot is on the stove and boiling.
Common Mistake
Mixing it up with other cookware: use la olla for a pot, not la sarten when you mean something deep for boiling.