Romanian · Food & Drink
carne
Meat
Beginnernoun · f
Definition
The flesh of animals eaten as food.
Example
Nu mănâncă carne, e vegetarian.
He does not eat meat, he is vegetarian.
Etymology
The term 'carne' originates from the Latin 'caro, carnis', meaning 'flesh'. It reflects the continuity and evolution of Latin vocabulary into modern Romanian.
How & Where It’s Used
'Carne' is utilized primarily in informal spoken and formal written contexts, often related to discussions about food, health, and culture, and is recognized in all Romanian regions.