essence

the basic nature or main quality of something

esencia, sustancia fundamental

• the essence of something

Collocations essence of a problem · essence of an idea

• The essence of the argument is that...

  La esencia del argumento es que...

a strong-smelling liquid made from plants, used in perfumes and medicines

aceite esencial

• an essence of something

Collocations essence of lavender · essence of rose

• She uses an essence of jasmine in her perfume.

  Ella usa un aceite esencial de jazmín en su perfume.

a concentrated liquid made from a plant or fruit, used in cooking and drinks

esencia concentrada

• an essence of something

Collocations essence of lemon · essence of orange

• Add a few drops of essence of vanilla to the cake mixture.

  Añade unas gotas de esencia de vainilla al batido del pastel.