Spanish word

antioxidante

Pronunciation

IPA/antjoksiˈðante/

Meaning

  • masculine nounantioxidant

Example

Las fresas son ricas en antioxidantes.

Strawberries are rich in antioxidants.

Illustration for antioxidante (antioxidant)

More examples

Es bueno tomar antioxidantes después de hacer ejercicio.

It's good to take antioxidants after exercising.

Core concept

Protective agent that slows or blocks oxidative reactions in cells or food.

Common phrases

  • alimentos con antioxidantes

    foods with antioxidants

  • tomar antioxidantes

    take antioxidants

  • fuentes de antioxidantes

    sources of antioxidants

Similar words

vitamina: Essential micronutrient needed in small amounts for normal body function.
nutriente: Substance in food that supplies energy or building materials the body uses.
suplemento: Product taken to supply nutrients missing from the regular diet.
conservante: Substance added to food to prevent spoilage, off-flavors, or discoloration.

Definition in Spanish

Sustancia que impide o reduce la oxidación y protege células, tejidos o alimentos del daño causado por los radicales libres.

Word origin

Built from anti- 'against' plus oxidante (related to oxidar 'to oxidize'), with the suffix -ante marking an agent or property to form the technical term antioxidant.

Usage tips

  • When describing food benefits, speakers commonly say phrases like 'alto en antioxidantes' or 'contiene antioxidantes' rather than labelling the product itself as 'antioxidante'.

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