Bellota is a Spanish word that refers to an acorn or a mast. However, in different regions and countries, they have their own synonyms for it. In Argentina and Uruguay, it is called "chirca". In Colombia, it is called "gallinazo". In Chile, it is called "bellote". In Peru, it is called "cafetal". In Mexico, it is called "bellota de encino" or "bellota de roble". In Portugal, it is called "bolota". In France, it is called "gland". In Italy, it is called "glande". In Romania, it is called "ghindă". All these different names may vary, but the delicious taste of the fruit remains the same.