Spanish Conversation · Level 195
15 words
Spanish word
digestivo
Pronunciation
IPA/dixesˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectivedigestive
Example
Este yogur es digestivo y ligero.
This yogurt promotes digestion and is light.
More examples
Tras la comida prefiero una infusión digestiva.
After the meal I prefer a digestive infusion.
Core concept
The property of a dish that helps break down food and feels gentle on the stomach.
Common phrases
alimento digestivo
digestive food
bebida digestiva
digestive drink
licor digestivo
digestif
Similar words
digerible: Easily digested; breaks down readily in the stomach.
suave: Mild in flavor and effect, gentle on the stomach and easy to eat.
Definition in Spanish
Que favorece el proceso digestivo y ayuda a descomponer los alimentos.
Word origin
From Latin digerere 'to digest', adopted into Spanish with the productive suffix -ivo to form an adjective meaning 'helping digestion'.
Usage tips
- In English digestive can name a biscuit or a medication, but in Spanish the noun digestivo more often denotes a post-meal alcoholic drink or food described as easy to digest.
Other meanings
- digestifnoun
- digestive aidnoun
Opposites
- indigestivoindigestiveadjective
Related words
- digestióndigestionnoun
- digestibledigestibleadjective