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A colorful illustration of a classic sandwich, sliced diagonally, clearly showing the layers of bread, lettuce, tomato, and cheese.

sándwich

SAHN-dweech

nounmA1
sandwich?food item
Also:sub?a large, long sandwich (though 'bocadillo' or 'submarino' might be used),hoagie?regional US term for a sub

📝 In Action

¿Quieres un sándwich de jamón y queso para el almuerzo?

A1

Do you want a ham and cheese sandwich for lunch?

Pedimos tres sándwiches diferentes para compartir.

A2

We ordered three different sandwiches to share.

Este sándwich club tiene pollo, tocino y tomate.

B1

This club sandwich has chicken, bacon, and tomato.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • emparedado (sandwich (more formal/older))
  • bocadillo (sandwich/sub (usually on a baguette, common in Spain))
  • torta (sandwich/roll (Mexico/Central America))

Common Collocations

  • sándwich mixto – grilled ham and cheese sandwich (common in Spain)
  • sándwich de pollo – chicken sandwich
  • hacer un sándwich – to make a sandwich

💡 Grammar Points

Masculine Noun

Even though it ends in '-ch,' this word is masculine. Use 'el sándwich' or 'un sándwich'.

Forming the Plural

Because it ends in a consonant (a letter that is not A, E, I, O, U), the plural is formed by adding '-es': 'sándwiches'.

❌ Common Pitfalls

Pronunciation vs. Spelling

Mistake: "Pronouncing it exactly like the English word 'sandwich' without emphasizing the vowel 'i'."

Correction: Make sure to pronounce the 'i' clearly and put the stress on the 'a' (SAHN-dweech) as indicated by the accent mark.

⭐ Usage Tips

Ordering Food

In many countries, if you order a 'sándwich,' you will receive something made with sliced, square bread (like toast bread). If you want a sub or a roll, use the regional term like 'bocadillo' or 'torta'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: sándwich

Question 1 of 2

If you are in Spain and want a large sandwich made on a baguette, which word is most commonly used instead of 'sándwich'?

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'sándwich' the only word for a sandwich in Spanish?

No. While 'sándwich' is understood everywhere, many regions use specific words. For example, 'bocadillo' (Spain) or 'torta' (Mexico) are often used for larger or different types of bread.

Why does 'sándwich' have an accent mark?

The accent mark is necessary to show that the stress falls on the first syllable (SAHN-). Without it, Spanish rules would require the stress to fall on the last syllable, which would sound incorrect.