calcio
“calcio” means “calcium” in Spanish (referring to the chemical element or dietary mineral).
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La leche tiene mucho calcio.
A1Milk has a lot of calcium.
El calcio es necesario para tener huesos fuertes.
A2Calcium is necessary to have strong bones.
El médico me recomendó tomar un suplemento de calcio.
B1The doctor recommended I take a calcium supplement.
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Which part of the body is most associated with 'calcio' in Spanish conversations?
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Derived from the Latin word 'calx', which means 'lime' or 'limestone'. It was adopted into chemistry to name the element found in those materials.
First recorded: 19th century (scientific use)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'calcio' the same as 'cal'?
Not exactly. 'Calcio' is the chemical element (calcium), while 'cal' refers to 'lime' (the white powdery substance used in construction).
Is 'calcio' a common word for beginners?
You likely won't use it every day unless you are talking about food, vitamins, or going to the doctor, but it is very easy to recognize because it sounds like the English 'calcium'!
Is it 'el calcio' or 'la calcio'?
It is always 'el calcio' because it is a masculine noun.