Spanish · Food & Drink
Carne
Meat
Beginnernoun
Definition
The flesh of an animal used as food.
Example
No como carne roja.
I don't eat red meat.
Etymology
The word 'carne' comes from the Latin 'carnem', which is the accusative form of 'caro', meaning 'flesh'. Over time, the term evolved in the Romance languages to refer primarily to meat.
How & Where It’s Used
In Spanish-speaking countries, 'carne' is commonly used in both informal and formal contexts to refer to meat in general. It is widely understood across various regions, although specific types of meat may have their own local terms.