What does "gamba" mean in English?

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Spanish

gamba

English

prawn

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Alternative translations of "gamba"

leg
shrimp

Examples of how to use "gamba" in Spanish

Spanish
Pedimos una ración de gambas al ajillo.
English
We ordered a serving of garlic shrimp.
Spanish
La gamba está fría en la nevera.
English
The shrimp is cold in the fridge.
Spanish
Cocina la gamba con ajo y perejil.
English
Cook the shrimp with garlic and parsley.
Spanish
¿Quieres probar esta gamba a la plancha?
English
Do you want to try this grilled shrimp?
Spanish
La gamba pequeña nada en la pecera.
English
The small shrimp is swimming in the fish tank.

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Pedimos una ración de gambas al ajillo.

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