el mate
matte
Bebida caliente hecha con hojas secas de una planta, que se pone en un recipiente y se toma con una pajita de metal.
"Mate" refers to a traditional South American drink made from the leaves of the yerba mate plant. It is commonly consumed in countries like Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil. The drink is typically prepared by steeping the dried leaves in hot water and is often served in a hollowed-out gourd and sipped through a metal straw called a "bombilla." Mate is known for its stimulating properties due to its caffeine content and is often shared among friends as a social activity.
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El color de la pared es un verde mate muy elegante.adjective
The color of the wall is a very elegant matte green.
¿Te gustan más las fotos brillantes o mates?adjective
Do you like glossy or matte photos more?
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