🇪🇸 How to say

“meat” in Spanish

carne
Illustration of "meat" in a Spanish cultural setting
A butcher in a clean white apron stands behind a counter, arranging various cuts of meat in a display case. Fresh steaks, chicken breasts, and pork chops are neatly laid out on trays, ready for customers to purchase for their family dinner.

Usage note

Carne refers to the flesh of animals used as food, and it's a very common word you'll see in restaurants and markets. In many Spanish-speaking countries, it's common to specify the type of meat, like 'carne de res' for beef or 'carne de cerdo' for pork.

Examples

  • Compro carne en el mercado.

    I buy meat at the market.

  • La carne está deliciosa.

    The meat is delicious.

  • No como carne los viernes.

    I don't eat meat on Fridays.

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What does "carne" mean?

  • A. meat
  • B. girl
  • C. month
  • D. fruit

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