Spanish Conversation · Level 71
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Spanish word
calcio
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈkalθjo/
Meaning
- masculine nouncalcium
Example
La leche contiene mucho calcio.
Milk contains a lot of calcium.
More examples
¿Tomas calcio todos los días?
Do you take calcium every day?
Core concept
Dietary mineral that contributes to bone strength and various cellular processes.
Common phrases
tomar calcio
take calcium
dosis de calcio
dose of calcium
Similar words
leche: Nourishing white fluid secreted by mammals and commonly drunk or added to dishes.
hueso: Rigid tissue rich in minerals that supports movement and protects internal organs.
suplemento: Concentrated supplement taken by mouth to supply nutrients not obtained sufficiently from food.
Definition in Spanish
Sustancia mineral que se encuentra en alimentos y que contribuye al mantenimiento de los huesos y a funciones celulares.
Word origin
The Spanish word is derived from New Latin calcium, which in turn comes from Latin calx 'lime'.
Usage tips
- When describing content, use verbs and phrases such as 'contener calcio' or 'es rico en calcio' rather than attempting to pluralize or count the mineral.