noun

huerta

Huerta (noun) means a fertile, irrigated agricultural region, especially in southeastern Spain. Example: “The huerta around Valencia produces much of Spain's citrus fruit.”

noun

A fertile, irrigated agricultural region, especially in southeastern Spain.

"The huerta around Valencia produces much of Spain's citrus fruit."

How to use huerta

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA term for fertile, well-irrigated farmland, mostly used when describing parts of Spain.

When to use it

A specialist/geographic term, rarely used outside discussions of Spanish agriculture or geography.

Word forms

Huertas plural

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The _____ around Valencia produces much of Spain's citrus fruit.

Etymology

Borrowed directly from Spanish huerta, meaning "orchard" or "vegetable garden."

Origin: Spanish

Rhymes for huerta

Berta Puerta Alberta Roberta

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Frequently asked questions

What does “huerta” mean?

The word “huerta” means a fertile, irrigated agricultural region, especially in southeastern Spain. In plain terms, a term for fertile, well-irrigated farmland, mostly used when describing parts of Spain.

How do you use “huerta” in a sentence?

Here is “huerta” used in a sentence: “The huerta around Valencia produces much of Spain's citrus fruit.”

What part of speech is “huerta”?

“Huerta” is a noun.

Where does the word “huerta” come from?

The word “huerta” comes from Spanish. Borrowed directly from Spanish huerta, meaning "orchard" or "vegetable garden.".

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