saludable
“saludable” means “healthy” in Spanish (referring to food, habits, or environment).
healthy, healthful
Also: wholesome
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Comer muchas frutas y verduras es muy **saludable**.
A1Eating lots of fruits and vegetables is very healthy.
Buscamos un ambiente de trabajo más **saludable** y menos estresante.
B1We are looking for a more healthful and less stressful work environment.
Ella adoptó hábitos **saludables** después de su viaje.
A2She adopted healthy habits after her trip.
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Comes directly from the Latin word *salutabilis*, built from *salus* (meaning 'health' or 'safety') and the suffix *-abilis* (meaning 'capable of' or 'able to do'). So, it literally means 'able to bring health'.
First recorded: Medieval Spanish (around the 13th century)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'saludable' change form when describing a woman or a man?
No, *saludable* is one of the many Spanish adjectives that stays the same whether the noun is masculine (*el*) or feminine (*la*). You only need to add an 's' to make it plural (*saludables*).