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LostInDinosaurWorld t1_j1zjs1l wrote

These are called "lemons" in Mexico, and what everybody calls lemons are limes here, in case someone gets confused while visiting or following recipes.

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Stswivvinsdayalready t1_j20hlhm wrote

I've typically heard Mexican people call yellow lemons "limon" and limes "limon verde", or green lemon. I'm sure there's probably variation though. Tbh green lemon is just as good a thing to call it

Edited for improper Spanish emphasis oops

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lalsace t1_j21ajlo wrote

Semi-related tangent, lemons and limes are called "citron" and "citron vert" in French, lemon and green lemon. Not to be confused with what we call "citron" in English which is a different, relatively uncommon citrus fruit.

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triangulito t1_j210zis wrote

Lemon is limón amarillo, limes are limón and key limes are limas

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LunarPayload t1_j22x3n2 wrote

No, limas (limes) in Mexico are sweet; they're rounder and more yellow-green than green

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