Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
charque
jerky
char
to burn slightly
+
-que
similar to '-k' sound in English
Charque means jerky and can be remembered by thinking of char0 (to burn slightly0) + -que1, as jerky is slightly burned or dried meat.
noun
  1. jerky
    Dried, salted meat, similar to jerky
    El charque es una buena opción para llevar de merienda en excursiones. // Jerky is a good snack option to take on hikes.