Comidas (en. Meals)

/koˈmiðas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Prepared food that is consumed.
The meals at this restaurant are excellent.
Las comidas de este restaurante son excelentes.
Each of the dishes offered in a meal.
The meals on the menu are very varied.
Las comidas del menú son muy variadas.
Any type of food in general.
It is important to eat balanced meals.
Es importante comer comidas balanceadas.

Etymology

From the Latin 'cŏmĭda', which comes from 'cŏmĭtus', meaning 'that which is eaten'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fast food
Food that is prepared and consumed quickly.
comida rápida
mealtime
Time of day reserved for eating.
hora de la comida
home-cooked meal
Food prepared at home, generally healthier.
comida casera

Related Words

to eat
To ingest food.
comer
to feed
To provide food to someone.
alimentar
gastronomy
The art of preparing meals.
gastronomía

Slang Meanings

junk food
I love junk food, even though it's not healthy.
Me encanta la comida chatarra, aunque no es saludable.
street food
The street food in this city is delicious.
La comida de la calle en esta ciudad es deliciosa.