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comida
/koˈmiða/
food
La comida está deliciosa hoy.
The food is delicious today.
neutral
Anything that people or animals eat to stay alive.
Los perros necesitan comida balanceada.
Dogs need balanced food.
La comida rápida no es saludable.
Fast food isn't healthy.
In some contexts, 'comida' can refer to a meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner) rather than food in general.
informal
A meal, especially lunch in many Spanish-speaking countries.
Voy a casa a las dos para la comida.
I'm going home at two for lunch.
In Spain, 'comida' often refers to lunch, while dinner is 'cena'. In Latin America, it can refer to any main meal.
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Pro Tip
Context matters
In Spain, 'comida' usually means lunch, while in Latin America it can mean any main meal. Always check the context to avoid confusion.
Gold Rule
Use 'comida' for meals
Use 'comida' to refer to a meal (especially lunch in Spain) or food in general. For dinner, use 'cena' in Spain and 'comida' or 'cena' in Latin America depending on the region.
Word Origin
From Latin 'comēdere' (to eat up), composed of 'com-' (together) and 'edere' (to eat).
Usage Notes
In Spain, 'comida' typically refers to lunch, while in Latin America it can refer to any main meal. Context is key to determine the intended meaning.
Word Breakdown
com-
prefix meaning 'together'
prefix-ida
past participle suffix of 'comer' (to eat)
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