How to Pronounce "huerta"
word
ˈhwɛɹˌtə/, /ˈwɛɹˌtə
HWUR-tuh or WUR-tuh
ˈwɜːtə
WUR-tuh
Definition
A fertile and usually irrigated area of land used for growing fruits, vegetables, and other crops; often refers to a traditional kitchen garden or small orchard, especially in Spain and Latin America.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwɛɹˌtə/, /ˈwɛɹˌtə
British English
ˈwɜːtə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HWUR-tuh or WUR-tuh
UK
WUR-tuh
Listen in Context
The huerta has many kinds of vegetables.
My grandfather works in the huerta every morning.
We get fresh fruit from the huerta.
In Spain, it's common for families to grow their own food in a huerta near their home.