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“coca leaf” in Spanish

Spanish

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈkoka/

Example

En los Andes se cultiva coca.

Coca leaves are grown in the Andes.

Illustration for coca (coca leaf)

How to say “coca leaf” in Spanish

“Coca leaf” in Spanish is coca.

Bundle of coca leaves prepared for chewing in traditional Andean use.

Full entry for coca: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with coca

Se mastican hojas de coca para aliviar el mal de altura.

Coca leaves are chewed to relieve altitude sickness.

Tips for using coca

  • In Spain coca can also refer to a regional pastry in Catalonia and Valencia, so geographic context helps determine whether the reference is to the leaf or to a baked good.

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