Today’s Spanish word of the day is “comida”.
It’s a feminine noun meaning “food” or “meal”.
In Spain and Mexico, it’s also used to refer specifically to lunch, while in most of Latin America it can be used to refer specifically to the evening meal.
The word “comida” comes from the verb “comer”, meaning “to eat”.
Some common ways of describing food including the following:
- Comida rápida – Fast food
- Comida italiana/mexicana/china etc. – Italian/Mexican/Chinese food
- Comida basura – Junk food
- Comida sana – Healthy food
- Comida callejera – Street food
Example sentences
La comida está en la mesa, ¡ven a comer!
The food is on the table, come eat!
La comida típica de España incluye paella y tortilla de patatas.
Typical Spanish food includes paella and Spanish omelet.
Anoche pedimos comida a domicilio porque no queríamos cocinar.
Last night we ordered takeout because we didn’t want to cook.
La comida vegetariana puede ser muy variada y sabrosa.
Vegetarian food can be very varied and tasty.
¿A qué hora suele ser la comida principal en tu país?
At what time is the main meal usually eaten in your country?
