Bocados (en. Bites)
/boˈkaðos/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Ingested portions of food, generally small.
She took a few bites of the cake.
Ella tomó unos bocados de la tarta.
The action of biting or eating something.
Take a few bites of the apple before slicing it.
Dale unos bocados a la manzana antes de partirla.
Chunks of food that are eaten in one bite.
I like to eat bites of sushi.
Me gusta comer bocados de sushi.
Etymology
From the verb 'bocar', which means to bite or chew.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to take a bite
To eat a little bit of something.
dar un bocado
bite of land
It refers to a specific place or a plot.
bocado de tierra
bites of joy
Brief moments of happiness.
bocados de alegría
Related Words
snack
A sandwich or fast food that can be eaten easily.
bocadillo
bite
The action of biting something, generally a portion of food.
mordisco
mouth
Opening where food enters.
boca
Slang Meanings
Snack in some areas.
I'm going to buy some bites for the party.
Voy a comprar unos bocados para la fiesta.
A portion of something that is enjoyed.
I brought some bites from home-cooked food.
Me traje unos bocados de la comida de casa.