Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
merienda
noun
/mer-ee-EN-dah/
Definition
A light meal or snack typically eaten in the late afternoon or early evening.
Examples
- After school, the children enjoyed their merienda consisting of bread and fruit.
- She always looks forward to her merienda break during the workday.
Meaning
Merienda is often enjoyed in Spain and various Latin American countries, serving as a small meal between lunch and dinner.
Synonyms
- snack
- light meal
