noun
- Plural of batata; sweet potatoes, especially as cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.
Usage: Often used in Spanish and Portuguese contexts; less common in standard English than 'sweet potatoes'; May appear in English texts discussing Latin American or Portuguese cuisine
Examples
- The market vendor sold fresh batatas at the farmer's market.
- Batatas are a staple crop in many Caribbean islands.
- She roasted the batatas with cinnamon and brown sugar.
- The recipe calls for three large batatas, peeled and cubed.