Spanish · Food & Drink
"Yogurt" in Spanish: yogur
el yogur
Yogurt is el yogur (yoh-GOOR), a masculine noun. Say un yogur natural for plain, or yogur griego for the thick kind. Some labels also print yogurt with a t; yogur is the usual spelling in Latin American Spanish.
Hotel breakfast
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How to pronounce yogur
Say it
yoh-GOOR
/ʝoˈɡuɾ/
yoh-GOOR, stress on GOOR. The g is hard like "go". Do not add an English "t" sound at the end of yogur.
"Yogurt" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| el yogur | yogurt Default masculine noun on menus and labels. | Default masculine noun on menus and labels. |
| el yogur natural | plain yogurt Unsweetened; common at breakfast. | Unsweetened; common at breakfast. |
| el yogur griego | Greek yogurt Thicker style sold in most supermarkets. | Thicker style sold in most supermarkets. |
| el yogur de fresa | strawberry yogurt Fruit-flavored cup for kids and snacks. | Fruit-flavored cup for kids and snacks. |
How to use yogur in real life
- 1Hotel breakfast
¿Hay yogur natural en el buffet?
Is there plain yogurt on the buffet?
Ask for yogur when labels are only pictures.
- 2Supermarket aisle
Busco un yogur sin azúcar.
I'm looking for a sugar-free yogurt.
Sin azúcar is a clear diet filter next to yogur.
- 3Quick snack
Me como un yogur con granola.
I'm having a yogurt with granola.
A light snack phrase with yogur.
Mistakes English speakers make with yogur
Incorrect: Una yogur, por favor.
Correct: Un yogur, por favor.
Yogur is masculine. Use un yogur, este yogur, el yogur frío.
Incorrect: Quiero yogurt inglés escrito.
Correct: Quiero yogur.
Prefer the Spanish spelling yogur. English yogurt on a label is fine to read, not to order.
Good to know
Latin American breakfasts often pair yogur with fruit or granola. Greek-style yogur griego is easy to find in city markets. Spain writes yogur the same way; you may still see yogurt on imported brands.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Choosing breakfast at a hotel buffet
ChatPal
¿Prefieres fruta o un yogur?
Do you prefer fruit or a yogurt?
You
Un yogur natural, gracias.
A plain yogurt, thanks.
ChatPal
Hay yogur griego también.
There's Greek yogurt too.
You
Perfecto, me sirve.
Perfect, that works for me.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Yogurt" in Spanish
Is yogur masculine or feminine?
Masculine: el yogur, un yogur grande. Do not say una yogur.
How do you pronounce yogur?
yoh-GOOR with stress on GOOR. Keep a clear r, not an English "t".
What is yogur natural?
Plain yogurt without fruit syrup. Ask for yogur natural if you want it unsweetened.
Is yogurt with a t wrong?
On imported packs you may see yogurt. In speech and orders, yogur is the normal Spanish form.
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